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L1 LTU

2018 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,370 mi
Last recorded30,370 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl19,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 LTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 30,370 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 29,255 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 29,255 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 26,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 23,123 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 19,528 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 19,250 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged (both) outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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L1 LTU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 19,050 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 L1 LTU, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L1 LTU?

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What year was L1 LTU registered?

L1 LTU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 December 2018.

Is L1 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 LTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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