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L457 UOU

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

46,433 mi
Last recorded46,433 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL457 UOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 46,433 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 42,210 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 42,210 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 38,681 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 38,681 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,846 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 37,846 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 36,097 miles

Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Centre Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

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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L457 UOU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 L457 UOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L457 UOU?

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What year was L457 UOU registered?

L457 UOU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L457 UOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L457 UOU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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