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LIW 1538

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,970 mi
Last recorded95,970 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIW 1538
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 95,970 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 95,967 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 95,886 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 95,688 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 95,471 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 94,642 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 94,628 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 93,969 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 92,569 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 90,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 90,124 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 88,516 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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LIW 1538 is a 1994 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 91.7%.

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 LIW 1538, 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

How do I check the history of LIW 1538?

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What year was LIW 1538 registered?

LIW 1538 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is LIW 1538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIW 1538 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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