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L454 HRF

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,785 mi
Last recorded67,785 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL454 HRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 67,785 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2025 67,697 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 66,987 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 66,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front wiper smearing

Pass 12 Oct 2022 66,127 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 65,425 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 64,981 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 64,615 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 63,907 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 63,168 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 62,443 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 61,921 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 60,926 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 60,187 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 59,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2012 59,464 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 58,587 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 57,457 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 56,191 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 52,029 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 52,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 51,467 miles

Lower Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 8 Mar 2006 47,551 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 47,542 miles

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

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

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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L454 HRF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L454 HRF, 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 L454 HRF registered?

L454 HRF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 October 1993.

Is L454 HRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L454 HRF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L454 HRF have outstanding finance?

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