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L377 YPL

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,839 mi
Last recorded137,839 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL377 YPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 137,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 137,725 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 137,725 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 137,685 miles

Front brake pipes greased

Pass 17 Jul 2015 137,569 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 136,672 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 136,672 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 133,705 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 133,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 127,661 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 127,661 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 124,645 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 123,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

wipers only work on one speed

Fail 2 Jul 2010 123,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 119,467 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 115,019 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Crack in N/S/F headlamp but dose not affect aim

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2007 114,725 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Crack in N/S/F headlamp but dose not affect aim

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 102,044 miles

advice both front tyers wearing on out edges

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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L377 YPL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L377 YPL, 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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What year was L377 YPL registered?

L377 YPL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L377 YPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L377 YPL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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