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A13 RRK

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,881 mi
Last recorded54,881 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 RRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 54,881 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 54,521 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2024 54,491 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis below headlight (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 53,527 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 53,514 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower subframe mount worn

Offside Front Lower subframe mount worn

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security below headlight at chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 52,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 52,169 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 52,169 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 50,889 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 50,382 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 49,981 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 49,733 miles

under body rust present

Pass 27 Jun 2016 49,403 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2016 49,403 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2015 48,858 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 48,388 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,733 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 46,488 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 45,494 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 44,562 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 43,215 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 43,211 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 41,865 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 41,865 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 40,971 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 39,221 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 35,742 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 35,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A13 RRK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 A13 RRK, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A13 RRK registered?

A13 RRK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A13 RRK safe to buy?

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