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L323 MEP

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

197,369 mi
Last recorded197,369 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL323 MEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 197,369 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on the shoulders

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight liquid seepage- lower part of engine (covered area).

Pass 25 May 2012 195,162 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 191,367 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 184,164 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 175,069 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 May 2009 175,069 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 May 2008 167,792 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 167,792 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2007 159,628 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 149,447 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 145,604 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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L323 MEP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L323 MEP, 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 L323 MEP registered?

L323 MEP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 April 1994.

Is L323 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L323 MEP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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