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L727 PWW

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

130,566 mi
Last recorded130,566 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2009
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL727 PWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2009 130,566 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 130,566 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 120,750 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 109,519 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 109,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 98,321 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 98,321 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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L727 PWW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 L727 PWW, 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 L727 PWW registered?

L727 PWW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 April 1994.

Is L727 PWW safe to buy?

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