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L48 RYG

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,109 mi
Last recorded98,109 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL48 RYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 98,109 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 97,957 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 97,713 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 97,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 97,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 96,126 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 96,120 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 94,217 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 94,217 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 85,245 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 78,458 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 78,117 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 78,117 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 77,653 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 77,653 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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L48 RYG is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 L48 RYG, 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 L48 RYG registered?

L48 RYG is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L48 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L48 RYG shows 15 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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