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A1 BKX

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Lpg 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,401 mi
Last recorded125,401 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 BKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 125,401 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 125,190 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 124,521 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 119,680 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2008 110,328 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 106,836 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 106,836 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 96,959 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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A1 BKX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,799cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 89,214 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 A1 BKX, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 BKX registered?

A1 BKX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 April 1994.

Is A1 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 BKX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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