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L59 HHM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,391 mi
Last recorded70,391 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL59 HHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 70,391 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 70,391 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 70,046 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 69,594 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 68,627 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 67,423 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 66,343 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 64,571 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 61,313 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 60,609 miles

OIL LEAK

Fail 12 Oct 2015 60,609 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

OIL LEAK

Pass 4 Feb 2013
Pass 4 Oct 2011 59,745 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 59,725 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 59,549 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 59,408 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 27 Feb 2008 59,408 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 59,045 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 58,320 miles

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

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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L59 HHM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L59 HHM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L59 HHM registered?

L59 HHM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is L59 HHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L59 HHM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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