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L322 GDV

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,130 mi
Last recorded53,130 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL322 GDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 53,130 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 48,350 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 47,601 miles

Centre section corroded

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 47,112 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 46,082 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 46,042 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 44,044 miles

Both front shock upper mounts perished/starting to split

Both front tyre low/bald on outer edge

Nearside front inner bush perished/cracked

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust section corroded and rubber perished

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Small engine oil leak ,leaking onto exhaust

Pass 11 Jun 2012 42,784 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 40,685 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 40,685 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,460 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 37,005 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 34,163 miles

centre & rear xhaust slightly deteriorating!

Pass 6 Jun 2007 31,264 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,341 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Jun 2006 27,341 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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L322 GDV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 L322 GDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L322 GDV registered?

L322 GDV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L322 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L322 GDV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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