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L116 LNF

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,440 mi
Last recorded60,440 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL116 LNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 60,440 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 59,682 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 59,405 miles

Nearside Front condensation in headlight

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 59,401 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front condensation in headlight

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 54,830 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 51,188 miles

condensation in n/s headlight

Pass 16 Dec 2013 50,420 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 50,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

dampness in n/s headlight

exhaust slightly deteriorated

surface cracks in o/s front tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2012 49,781 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 48,259 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 45,344 miles

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

slight underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 28 Sep 2009 42,714 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 41,912 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 32,767 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,661 miles

off side front suspension creaks lock to lock

Pass 16 Jun 2006 25,222 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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L116 LNF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L116 LNF, 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.

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What year was L116 LNF registered?

L116 LNF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L116 LNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L116 LNF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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