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L519 YCC

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,580 mi
Last recorded115,580 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL519 YCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 115,580 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 115,567 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 115,464 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 115,037 miles

o/s/r tyre getting low inner edge

parts of exhaust deteriorating

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s h/lamp glass cracked

Fail 2 May 2018 115,037 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s h/lamp glass cracked

o/s/r tyre getting low inner edge

parts of exhaust deteriorating

Pass 24 May 2017 113,875 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 104,811 miles

front wiper slightly smearing screen

Pass 10 Feb 2015 98,202 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 92,814 miles

off side front tyre perished

Pass 13 May 2013 88,166 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 84,141 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 83,898 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 81,907 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 81,142 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 79,475 miles

Front number plate in poor condition.

Idle speed fluctuating.

Pass 13 Mar 2006 77,849 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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L519 YCC is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 L519 YCC, 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 L519 YCC registered?

L519 YCC is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L519 YCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L519 YCC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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