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A6 KTY

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,922 mi
Last recorded90,922 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 KTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 90,922 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 89,918 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak at engine area

suspension warning light illuminated on dash

Fail 25 Apr 2022 89,918 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak at engine area

suspension warning light illuminated on dash

Pass 23 Dec 2020 89,890 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 4 Jan 2019 88,872 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 bake discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2012 86,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2011 85,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2010 82,974 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 82,936 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 79,557 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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A6 KTY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 A6 KTY, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A6 KTY registered?

A6 KTY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is A6 KTY safe to buy?

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