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BLZ 223

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

61,105 mi
Last recorded61,105 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 223
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 61,105 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 61,087 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 60,880 miles

Central Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Corrosion presnt undernath vehicle due to age

Pass 16 Aug 2018 60,780 miles

Central Car corrosion underneath

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 60,789 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Central Car corrosion underneath

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 60,406 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 60,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 60,027 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 60,024 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 59,799 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 59,793 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 59,344 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 57,749 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 57,748 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 56,930 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 56,922 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2011 56,293 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 55,477 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 54,354 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 53,297 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 52,157 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 52,154 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2006 51,959 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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BLZ 223 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 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 BLZ 223, 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 34 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 BLZ 223 registered?

BLZ 223 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 January 1992.

Is BLZ 223 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 223 shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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