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M956 BGG

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,645 mi
Last recorded150,645 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM956 BGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 150,645 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 150,638 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 150,251 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

underbody and all componments show corrosion and all covered in underseal

Pass 5 Aug 2013 148,119 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 144,961 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 140,961 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 136,064 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 131,856 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 126,249 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 126,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 113,489 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

gearbox and power steering pipes corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 20 Apr 2006 111,411 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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M956 BGG is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M956 BGG, 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.

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M956 BGG is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 August 1994.

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