1992 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · J248 ARR
1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 07 Jan 1992. Recorded mileage 139,600 miles. MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,600 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J248 ARR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
- 139,600 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J248 ARR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Mercedes-Benz Sl (J248 ARR) between March 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
J248 ARR Mileage History
- 22/03/2022135,215 mi
- 17/03/2023137,061 mi+1,846 mi
- 15/03/2024138,225 mi+1,164 mi
- 29/04/2026139,600 mi+1,375 mi
Average of roughly 1,068 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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