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L507 APL

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,678 mi
Last recorded95,678 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL507 APL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 95,678 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 95,197 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 94,909 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 94,875 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 94,078 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 May 2018 94,078 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 91,896 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2016 89,179 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2015 87,196 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 84,780 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2013 81,211 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 81,211 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

bad oil leak needed investgating

Pass 9 May 2012 79,168 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2011 77,480 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 May 2011 77,480 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2010 74,885 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 May 2009 71,025 miles

front cover fitted under vehicle

Pass 9 May 2008 64,994 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 64,994 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 May 2007 60,371 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 60,371 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 May 2006 58,878 miles

advise brake pad warning light on dash.

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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L507 APL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L507 APL, 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 L507 APL registered?

L507 APL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 October 1993.

Is L507 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L507 APL shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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