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L248 WPN

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,629 mi
Last recorded27,629 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL248 WPN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 27,629 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 27,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2025 27,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked/ AGED Dated 2003 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 27,056 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 26,946 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 25,460 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 24,271 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 23,218 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 23,070 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 1 Jul 2016 22,793 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 22,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 22,473 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 22,265 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 5 May 2011 22,067 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,664 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 21,277 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,023 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,901 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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L248 WPN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L248 WPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L248 WPN registered?

L248 WPN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L248 WPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L248 WPN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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