MOT Status
ValidMileage
178,133 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake hose slightly deteriorated All four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Center exhaust outer skin corroded
Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides going white (4.4.3 (a))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front bumper insecure
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
Play in nearside front tie rod
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated All four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Center exhaust outer skin corroded
Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides going white (4.4.3 (a))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Front bumper insecure
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
Play in nearside front tie rod
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
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TJI 7226 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 TJI 7226, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was TJI 7226 registered?
TJI 7226 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 1996.
Is TJI 7226 safe to buy?
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