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C294 VPK

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,341 mi
Last recorded59,341 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC294 VPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2019 59,341 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,289 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,234 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 59,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 58,881 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

all 4 tyres worn close to legal limit

fuel cap seal starting to split

slight play in steering idler bushes

small stone chip at the bottom of o/s headlamp

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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C294 VPK is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 C294 VPK, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C294 VPK?

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What year was C294 VPK registered?

C294 VPK is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 May 1987.

Is C294 VPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C294 VPK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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