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L868 HYH

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,752 mi
Last recorded72,752 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL868 HYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Apr 2018 72,752 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both front (2.7.2a)

all tyres perished

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,746 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 72,746 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 72,419 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 70,560 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 70,085 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Apr 2014 70,085 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2013 68,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear exhaust corroded

oil leak

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 29 Apr 2013 68,796 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear exhaust corroded

oil leak

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 17 Apr 2012 68,118 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 67,036 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 66,134 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 65,061 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 65,049 miles

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

Offside Front 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 20 Apr 2007 62,711 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 58,766 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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L868 HYH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L868 HYH, 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 L868 HYH registered?

L868 HYH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 1994.

Is L868 HYH safe to buy?

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