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L605 LWL

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

96,804 mi
Last recorded96,804 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL605 LWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 96,804 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 96,320 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 95,215 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 92,390 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 91,220 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 90,235 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 87,139 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 84,519 miles

engine and under body covers

o/s and n/s outer sill covers

Fail 24 Oct 2016 84,519 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine and under body covers

o/s and n/s outer sill covers

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 84,012 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 83,054 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 79,219 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 78,060 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 76,629 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 74,245 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 71,829 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 71,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 68,315 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 66,720 miles

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

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

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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L605 LWL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 L605 LWL, 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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What year was L605 LWL registered?

L605 LWL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L605 LWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L605 LWL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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