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20 LAD

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,098 mi
Last recorded36,098 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration20 LAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 36,098 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 35,972 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 35,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 35,944 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 35,935 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 35,752 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,733 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 35,689 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 35,559 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 35,467 miles

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 19 Mar 2012 35,448 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,431 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 35,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 35,393 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,195 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 35,130 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 34,842 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 34,718 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 34,718 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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20 LAD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 20 LAD, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 20 LAD?

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What year was 20 LAD registered?

20 LAD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is 20 LAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 20 LAD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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