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L78 YSU

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,803 mi
Last recorded74,803 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL78 YSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 74,803 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Apr 2019 73,999 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 69,485 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 69,480 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 67,135 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 67,110 miles

coolant bottle leaking

wiper poor

Pass 24 May 2013 67,061 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding

fuel pipes corroding

Pass 29 Mar 2012 66,646 miles

exhaust corroding

signs of rust on n/s/f bottom ball joint

Pass 18 Mar 2011 65,791 miles

Oil leak

exhaust poor.

front brake hoses poor.

front suspension bushes poor.

fuel pipes poor.

hand brake poor.

rear brake hoses poor.

rear discs poor.

rear springs poor.

rear suspension bushes poor.

slight play in steering drag link.

Pass 20 Sep 2006 65,648 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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L78 YSU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L78 YSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L78 YSU registered?

L78 YSU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 April 1994.

Is L78 YSU safe to buy?

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