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BNZ 5639

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,373 mi
Last recorded129,373 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 5639
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 129,373 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

o/s bonnet catch weak

Fail 19 Jan 2021 129,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

o/s bonnet catch weak

Pass 5 Jun 2019 128,993 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 128,988 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 126,567 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 124,833 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 124,833 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 122,804 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 120,883 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 118,994 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 118,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 116,514 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 113,695 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 113,694 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 110,374 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 106,932 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 105,105 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 103,781 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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BNZ 5639 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 89,214 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 BNZ 5639, 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 32 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 BNZ 5639?

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What year was BNZ 5639 registered?

BNZ 5639 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 October 1994.

Is BNZ 5639 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 5639 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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