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OYM 262

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

96,963 mi
Last recorded96,963 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYM 262
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2026 96,963 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 95,436 miles

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

Central Rear Subframe corroded

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 95,397 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Rear Subframe corroded

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 94,439 miles

Central Rear Rear subframe slight corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre near excessivly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre near excessivly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 9 Aug 2024 94,439 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Central Rear Rear subframe slight corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre near excessivly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre near excessivly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2023 94,178 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 93,131 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 93,131 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 92,851 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 92,847 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 92,530 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 92,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 91,945 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from hose to front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,338 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 91,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2015 90,694 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 89,782 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 88,093 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 86,625 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 86,522 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 85,046 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 82,101 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 80,951 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 78,234 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 74,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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OYM 262 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 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 OYM 262, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OYM 262 registered?

OYM 262 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is OYM 262 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYM 262 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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