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L964 BJU

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,263 mi
Last recorded78,263 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL964 BJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 78,263 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 18 May 2016 77,993 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 77,906 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 77,906 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 1 Mar 2012 72,883 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front top suspension mounting deteriorated

nearside front tyre tread getting low on edges

Pass 2 Mar 2011 67,607 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front shockabsorber top mount split

offside front shockabsorber top mount split

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full view to all testable areas

undertray fitted not allowing full view to all testable areas

Pass 23 Feb 2010 61,382 miles

slight uneven braking on rear

Pass 4 Mar 2009 53,563 miles

sill covers fitted, not allowing full view of all areas.

Fail 2 Mar 2009 53,563 miles

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

engine oil level on minimum.

sill covers fitted, not allowing full view of all areas.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 42,845 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2006 35,486 miles

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

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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L964 BJU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L964 BJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L964 BJU registered?

L964 BJU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 1994.

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The MOT history for L964 BJU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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