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L46 WAV

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,151 mi
Last recorded94,151 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL46 WAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 94,151 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 86,846 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 85,859 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2010 85,859 miles

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

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

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 83,450 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2009 83,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 80,305 miles

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

Front tyres run under pressure (worn on edges)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Mar 2007 74,939 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2006 66,718 miles

N/S & O/S Tyres worn on inner edge

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 66,718 miles

N/S & O/S Tyres worn on inner edge

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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L46 WAV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L46 WAV, 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

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What year was L46 WAV registered?

L46 WAV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 1994.

Is L46 WAV safe to buy?

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