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MIB 389

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Diesel 5980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,824 mi
Last recorded68,824 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2013
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 389
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2013 68,824 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 67,732 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 65,613 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 60,201 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 60,201 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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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MIB 389 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MIB 389, 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

How do I check the history of MIB 389?

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What year was MIB 389 registered?

MIB 389 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is MIB 389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 389 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MIB 389 have outstanding finance?

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