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L1 SHU

1996 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,604 mi
Last recorded59,604 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk88,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 SHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 59,604 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 58,046 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 56,830 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 55,159 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 55,159 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 53,964 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 53,805 miles

bad connection on o/s front side light

rear heat sheild loose

Pass 18 Jun 2010 47,913 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 46,964 miles

gearbox exhaust support bracket snapped off exhaust pipe

Pass 1 Nov 2006 45,806 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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L1 SHU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 88,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L1 SHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L1 SHU registered?

L1 SHU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is L1 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 SHU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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