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A20 BXX

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

78,689 mi
Last recorded78,689 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 78,689 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 77,816 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 77,815 miles

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play o/s trackrod joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 77,198 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 75,298 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 72,523 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 70,278 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 70,237 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 70,200 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 69,958 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 67,108 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 5,771 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2012 57,391 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 55,631 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 55,482 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 54,446 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2010 54,446 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 52,591 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 51,993 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 50,061 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 49,679 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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A20 BXX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 A20 BXX, 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 A20 BXX registered?

A20 BXX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1993.

Is A20 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BXX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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