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D202 NKL

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,257 mi
Last recorded48,257 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD202 NKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 48,257 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 48,139 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 48,120 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 48,031 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 47,906 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 47,694 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 47,107 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 46,832 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 46,380 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 45,560 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 44,369 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 43,283 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 42,989 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 42,915 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 42,827 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 42,690 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 42,321 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 42,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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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D202 NKL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D202 NKL, 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 D202 NKL?

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What year was D202 NKL registered?

D202 NKL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D202 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D202 NKL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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