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L956 SPX

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,244 mi
Last recorded131,244 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL956 SPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 131,244 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 9 May 2017 130,732 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 129,423 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 120,529 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 120,529 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 118,782 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 118,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 110,762 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 110,557 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 99,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 99,273 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 92,892 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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L956 SPX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 L956 SPX, 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 L956 SPX registered?

L956 SPX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 December 1993.

Is L956 SPX safe to buy?

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