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L6 RKW

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,466 mi
Last recorded84,466 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 RKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 84,466 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 84,324 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 84,191 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2023 83,827 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 82,965 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 80,435 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 77,490 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 74,524 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 71,398 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Nov 2015 68,080 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 66,008 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 64,307 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 62,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,162 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 57,454 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 57,454 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 48,881 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 44,094 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 43,970 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 43,495 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 42,325 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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L6 RKW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L6 RKW, 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 L6 RKW registered?

L6 RKW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 October 1993.

Is L6 RKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 RKW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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