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BNZ 6109

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,157 mi
Last recorded115,157 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 6109
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 115,157 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 114,418 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 114,413 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 113,100 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at backbox (6.1.2 (a))

oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2023 112,679 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both o/s & n/s. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both o/s & n/s. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 112,650 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 112,272 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 112,032 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 111,982 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 111,966 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2012 111,558 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipe front to rear corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2011 110,811 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 110,494 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 109,735 miles

exhaust in poor condition

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

Pass 15 May 2008 108,374 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

fuel pipes show slight corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2007 101,127 miles

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

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 23 Feb 2006 93,298 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 93,298 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres on limit

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 6109 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BNZ 6109, 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 BNZ 6109 registered?

BNZ 6109 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 1992.

Is BNZ 6109 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 6109 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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