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A950 KKL

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,014 mi
Last recorded69,014 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA950 KKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 69,014 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 66,293 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 66,205 miles

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

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2021 61,698 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 61,697 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 58,097 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 58,075 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 58,071 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 54,957 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 54,832 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 54,515 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 53,923 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,325 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 50,259 miles

front number plate cracked

front subframe mountings starting to split/ wear

rear exhaust rusty and in poor condition

suspension coil springs and front antiroll bar starting to rust

Pass 4 Apr 2007 50,255 miles

front number plate cracked

oil leak

rear exhaust rusty and in poor condition

Pass 17 Nov 2005 50,223 miles

front number plate cracked

rear exhaust box starting to rust

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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A950 KKL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,251 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 A950 KKL, 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 43 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 A950 KKL registered?

A950 KKL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A950 KKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A950 KKL shows 16 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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