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L311 XLM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,873 mi
Last recorded93,873 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL311 XLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 93,873 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 93,823 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 93,025 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 92,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 91,363 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 88,965 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 88,965 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Jul 2016 88,929 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner uneven tyre wear

Pass 31 Jul 2015 87,872 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 81,712 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Sep 2012 72,846 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 69,434 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 67,958 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 65,653 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 60,675 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 56,983 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 54,261 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 54,261 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front plate is cracked

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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L311 XLM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L311 XLM, 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.

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What year was L311 XLM registered?

L311 XLM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 June 1994.

Is L311 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L311 XLM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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