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L196 LBE

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,682 mi
Last recorded98,682 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL196 LBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 98,682 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all 4 perishing (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 98,480 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 96,515 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 95,110 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 93,901 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 89,603 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 89,603 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 85,922 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 80,012 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 75,166 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 73,428 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 72,398 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2005 72,398 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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L196 LBE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 L196 LBE, 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 L196 LBE registered?

L196 LBE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 1994.

Is L196 LBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L196 LBE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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