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RJ 412

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,424 mi
Last recorded25,424 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ 412
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 25,424 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 25,337 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 25,254 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 25,150 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,034 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,711 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 24,116 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 23,235 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges of tread

Pass 12 Jun 2014 22,310 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,454 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,741 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2011 20,025 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 18,084 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

clicking noise from nearside when jacked up and moved from side to side possibly from shock absorber

plastic trims covering outer sills

Pass 22 Jun 2009 17,710 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

plastic trims covering outer sills

Pass 2 Apr 2008 17,526 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

plastic trims covering outer sills

Pass 20 Jun 2006 16,732 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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RJ 412 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RJ 412, 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

How do I check the history of RJ 412?

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What year was RJ 412 registered?

RJ 412 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 September 1992.

Is RJ 412 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ 412 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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