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SJM 26J

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

15,713 mi
Last recorded15,713 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJM 26J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 15,713 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 15,713 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2025 53,629 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 14,850 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 48,494 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 13,592 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 41,576 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 12,004 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 36,528 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 10,589 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 31,988 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 31,988 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 8,604 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 8,604 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 27,413 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 6,539 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 4,674 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 23,703 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 20,080 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,729 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,951 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,781 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 14,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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SJM 26J is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SJM 26J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJM 26J registered?

SJM 26J is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 July 2016.

Is SJM 26J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJM 26J 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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