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L742 TTS

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Cream Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

92,190 mi
Last recorded92,190 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 TTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 92,190 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 89,778 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 86,988 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened upper bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened upper bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 84,990 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 82,874 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 79,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 77,599 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 76,103 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 74,193 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 75,151 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 71,332 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 69,774 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 66,720 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 64,208 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 63,467 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 62,741 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 61,402 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 60,420 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 59,799 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 59,799 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 58,929 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 58,929 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 57,246 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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L742 TTS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Cream with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 L742 TTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L742 TTS registered?

L742 TTS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L742 TTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L742 TTS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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