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L479 RMX

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,388 mi
Last recorded88,388 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL479 RMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 88,388 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 88,305 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 86,415 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 86,415 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 86,415 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 85,141 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 80,685 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 80,685 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 79,684 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 79,557 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 79,338 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 78,756 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 78,756 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 May 2010 78,031 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 76,736 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 21 May 2009 76,736 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 23 May 2008 75,529 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 73,860 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 73,860 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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L479 RMX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 L479 RMX, 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 L479 RMX registered?

L479 RMX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 August 1993.

Is L479 RMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L479 RMX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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