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L240 PMK

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,051 mi
Last recorded77,051 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL240 PMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 77,051 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 76,066 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 74,338 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 71,592 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 68,342 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 68,334 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 66,137 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 63,428 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 59,229 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 55,958 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 52,155 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 49,083 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,419 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 43,501 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 39,012 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 39,012 miles

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

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

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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 35,498 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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L240 PMK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L240 PMK, 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.

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What year was L240 PMK registered?

L240 PMK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 December 1993.

Is L240 PMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L240 PMK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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