Official DVLA Record

1993 MERCEDES-BENZ SL3.2L Petrol

L220 AVL

Considering this 1993 MERCEDES-BENZ SL? It's a Petrol with a 3199cc engine showing 114,195 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/05/2023
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1993
Engine
3199cc
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Mercedes-Benz Sl (L220 AVL) from 1993 show a total of 1 MOT test between May 2022 and May 2022.

With 1 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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Buying Score
68/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£1,200-£1,800
Mileage
At 114,195 miles in 2022, this 1993 SL i...

Our Verdict

This 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is a usable classic with a largely clean MOT record, but the low annual mileage and one failed test warrant caution. Budget for specialist maintenance and verify the reason behind the 2020 failure before committing.

Given the vehicle's age and low recent mileage, prioritise a thorough inspection by a Mercedes-Benz classic specialist rather than a general garage. The 2020-09-18 MOT shows a failure and a pass on the same day at 114,094 miles with no defects recorded, which often indicates an administrative or minor presentation issue, but you should obtain the full VOSA record to confirm what was initially flagged. Service history is critical on a 1993 SL; without stamped books and receipts, assume overdue wear-item replacement on suspension, hood mechanism, and cooling system.

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