MOT Status
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63,972 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear Fuel system component leaking adjacent to fuel pump assy (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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5242 KR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,665 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 5242 KR, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 5242 KR?
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What year was 5242 KR registered?
5242 KR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 October 1986.
Is 5242 KR safe to buy?
The MOT history for 5242 KR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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