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L192 JHM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

84,761 mi
Last recorded84,761 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL192 JHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 84,761 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 82,566 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 81,686 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 77,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 74,431 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 71,009 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 68,062 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 68,062 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 66,346 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 66,319 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2018 63,522 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 59,529 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 55,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 54,892 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 54,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 54,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 54,616 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 54,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 54,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 53,531 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 53,531 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 53,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 48,350 miles

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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L192 JHM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 89,214 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 L192 JHM, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L192 JHM registered?

L192 JHM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L192 JHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L192 JHM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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