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1752 FS

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

13,897 mi
Last recorded13,897 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1752 FS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 13,897 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 13,029 miles

underside under sealed

Pass 3 Jul 2024 12,443 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 11,884 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 11,002 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 10,131 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower control arm outer rose joints play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 9,418 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 9,170 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 8,809 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 7,526 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 6,813 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 6,226 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,041 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 5,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 4,231 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 3,126 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 36 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 36 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 104,386 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 101,724 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 95,818 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 91,066 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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1752 FS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,414 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 1752 FS, 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 33 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 1752 FS registered?

1752 FS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is 1752 FS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1752 FS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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