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A2 KBT

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,313 mi
Last recorded81,313 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 KBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 81,313 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 81,158 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear parts of front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2024 80,978 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 80,638 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 May 2022 80,338 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 May 2022 80,338 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 79,450 miles

front and rear tyre treads getting low

slight leak from nearside front strut

some corrosion to front brake pipes

Pass 18 Jul 2019 78,555 miles

all tyre treads getting low but legal

front and rear brake hose ferrules corroded

rubber boot split on offside front suspension strut

Pass 25 Jul 2018 78,271 miles

all four tyre treads getting close to legal limit

slight binding on offside rear brake

Pass 14 Jul 2017 78,180 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 77,704 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 77,704 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 77,167 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 77,125 miles

offside front strut rubber gaiter split

rear exhaust clamp fittings in poor condition

some corrosion to rear brake hose ferrules

Fail 2 Jun 2014 77,125 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front strut rubber gaiter split

rear exhaust clamp fittings in poor condition

some corrosion to rear brake hose ferrules

Pass 13 May 2013 76,122 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 75,851 miles

Oil leak

slight cut to nearside rear tyre wall

Fail 4 May 2011 75,472 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 May 2011 75,472 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2010 75,338 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corroded

nearside rear tyre wall cut

Pass 24 Apr 2009 75,214 miles

Oil leak

exhaust corrosion

Pass 22 Apr 2008 74,547 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre wall slight cuts

Pass 21 Apr 2007 74,204 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside rear tyre wall cut

Pass 19 Jan 2006 73,497 miles

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

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

oil leak

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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A2 KBT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A2 KBT, 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 A2 KBT registered?

A2 KBT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is A2 KBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 KBT shows 24 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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