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L734 ASU

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,738 mi
Last recorded44,738 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL734 ASU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 44,738 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 44,641 miles

Both front steering arms have slight play

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 44,640 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play slight play on both inner joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 44,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 44,396 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 44,278 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 44,277 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Brake pipe excessively corroded all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 44,227 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 44,182 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 44,147 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 44,017 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 44,014 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 43,802 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 43,443 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,517 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 41,938 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 41,403 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 40,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

brake pipes greased

Pass 14 Jul 2009 39,842 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 37,833 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2007 37,356 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2007 37,356 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2006 36,114 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 36,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear tyre tread cracking

oil leak

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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L734 ASU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L734 ASU, 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 L734 ASU registered?

L734 ASU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L734 ASU safe to buy?

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