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4557 DT

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,681 mi
Last recorded131,681 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration4557 DT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 131,681 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 131,606 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 131,560 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 131,311 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jun 2015 131,311 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 131,058 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2013 130,802 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2013 130,802 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 129,992 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 129,992 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 128,052 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 126,500 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2009 124,910 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 122,779 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 122,778 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)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 120,735 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 120,116 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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4557 DT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 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 4557 DT, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 4557 DT registered?

4557 DT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1992.

Is 4557 DT safe to buy?

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