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L184 SGW

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,551 mi
Last recorded129,551 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2010
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL184 SGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2010 129,551 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 127,270 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 127,267 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 123,103 miles

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)

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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L184 SGW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 L184 SGW, 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

How do I check the history of L184 SGW?

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What year was L184 SGW registered?

L184 SGW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L184 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L184 SGW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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