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AIG 1456

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

107,276 mi
Last recorded107,276 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2010
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 1456
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2010 107,276 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 107,276 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2009 107,267 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 105,765 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 105,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Front Suspension (Low)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 103,166 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 100,723 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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AIG 1456 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AIG 1456, 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

How do I check the history of AIG 1456?

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What year was AIG 1456 registered?

AIG 1456 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 1993.

Is AIG 1456 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIG 1456 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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