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L11 JRB

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,136 mi
Last recorded48,136 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 JRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 48,136 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 48,131 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 44,764 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 43,587 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 42,939 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 40,469 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 40,463 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 37,140 miles

All four tyres showing signs of perishing to outer sidewalls

Pass 3 Jul 2020 35,567 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 35,285 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 35,206 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 34,796 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,434 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 34,138 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 33,923 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 33,720 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,573 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 32,310 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 31,931 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 30,823 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 27,925 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 27,916 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 26,919 miles

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

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

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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L11 JRB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L11 JRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L11 JRB registered?

L11 JRB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L11 JRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L11 JRB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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