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L737 JVP

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,201 mi
Last recorded82,201 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL737 JVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2015 82,201 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 82,201 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 81,400 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 81,394 miles

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 29 Apr 2011 79,127 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 74,070 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 71,141 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 67,292 miles

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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L737 JVP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L737 JVP, 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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How do I check the history of L737 JVP?

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What year was L737 JVP registered?

L737 JVP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L737 JVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L737 JVP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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