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L493 RAR

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,469 mi
Last recorded75,469 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL493 RAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 75,469 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 75,466 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 75,465 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 75,427 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 75,222 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 75,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 May 2012 75,188 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,654 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 74,084 miles

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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L493 RAR is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 L493 RAR, 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.

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How do I check the history of L493 RAR?

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What year was L493 RAR registered?

L493 RAR is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 May 1994.

Is L493 RAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L493 RAR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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