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A20 KSD

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,244 mi
Last recorded55,244 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 KSD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 55,244 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 30 Sep 2019 56,573 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 20kl (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 20kl (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 20kl (1.2.1 (e))

Rear slight corrosion fuel pipes around pump

Pass 9 Oct 2018 56,555 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 56,485 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded tom flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside parking brake not locking

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 56,403 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both rears (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 55,421 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 54,696 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 54,696 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 54,124 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 54,124 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 53,816 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 53,815 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 53,724 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 53,430 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 53,310 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 52,585 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 52,402 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,065 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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A20 KSD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 A20 KSD, 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 38 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 A20 KSD?

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What year was A20 KSD registered?

A20 KSD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is A20 KSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 KSD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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