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JSS 394

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,025 mi
Last recorded95,025 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSS 394
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 95,025 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 88,093 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 88,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 77,704 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 68,982 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 60,220 miles

Under tray fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2022 60,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (inner sidewall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (inner sidewall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2021 52,146 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 43,641 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,934 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing inner edges

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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JSS 394 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,169 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JSS 394, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JSS 394 registered?

JSS 394 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 June 2016.

Is JSS 394 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSS 394 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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