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TPJ 48

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,096 mi
Last recorded65,096 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPJ 48
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 65,096 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 65,093 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 65,024 miles

hand brake performance only just efficent.

Pass 26 Jun 2014 64,580 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 64,352 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 64,329 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 64,061 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear end of main brake pipes coated in grease

Fail 8 Apr 2011 63,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 63,501 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 63,023 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2009 63,020 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2008 62,764 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 61,667 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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TPJ 48 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TPJ 48, 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 TPJ 48 registered?

TPJ 48 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 October 1993.

Is TPJ 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPJ 48 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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