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L930 RET

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,370 mi
Last recorded58,370 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL930 RET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 58,370 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,259 miles

o/s parking brake recording a low effort when compared to n/s

Pass 5 Jun 2013 58,121 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 57,819 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 57,819 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 57,510 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 57,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 57,052 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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L930 RET is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L930 RET, 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 L930 RET registered?

L930 RET is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L930 RET safe to buy?

The MOT history for L930 RET shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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