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L798 PSB

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,495 mi
Last recorded91,495 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL798 PSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 91,495 miles

Oil leak ()

Under tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 14 May 2017 87,277 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 82,378 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 74,787 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 74,105 miles

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)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 73,666 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 73,060 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 72,659 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 72,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 72,236 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 70,741 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 70,741 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 69,220 miles

offside front tyre inner side wall starting to split

Pass 11 Dec 2006 67,335 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 66,577 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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L798 PSB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L798 PSB, 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 L798 PSB registered?

L798 PSB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L798 PSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L798 PSB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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