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L892 BPV

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,851 mi
Last recorded59,851 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL892 BPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 59,851 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 59,800 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 59,713 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 58,912 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 58,912 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 58,905 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 58,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 58,728 miles

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 6 Sep 2017 58,523 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 58,400 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 58,116 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 57,705 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 57,561 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 56,973 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 56,491 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 56,223 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 55,968 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 55,665 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 54,477 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 52,536 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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L892 BPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L892 BPV, 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 L892 BPV registered?

L892 BPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L892 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L892 BPV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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