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L117 WOT

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

156,435 mi
Last recorded156,435 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL117 WOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 156,435 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 156,435 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 156,249 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

parking brake only just passed

Pass 25 Jun 2018 155,981 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

h/lamp converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 154,838 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 154,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 153,392 miles

headlamp deflectors fitted at time of test

Pass 21 May 2007 150,034 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 150,034 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 236,538 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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L117 WOT is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L117 WOT, 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.

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What year was L117 WOT registered?

L117 WOT is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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