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L281 NMJ

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,804 mi
Last recorded90,804 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL281 NMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 May 2018 90,804 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 82,500 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 82,195 miles

front brake pads worn low

near side front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 Dec 2007 81,436 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 80,000 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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L281 NMJ is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L281 NMJ, 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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How do I check the history of L281 NMJ?

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What year was L281 NMJ registered?

L281 NMJ is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L281 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L281 NMJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L281 NMJ have outstanding finance?

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