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E523 GPK

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

80,373 mi
Last recorded80,373 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE523 GPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 80,373 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 80,373 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement seized (3.5.1k)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear disc worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2018 80,282 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 80,063 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged Corroded in places (7.2.2)

Slight corrosion on rear drake discs

Pass 24 Mar 2016 79,519 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 78,518 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 78,518 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 78,221 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust showing corrosion

Pass 16 Aug 2012 76,627 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 75,630 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2010 73,896 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 70,398 miles

front and rear prop-shaft doughnuts showing deterioration

Pass 28 Jul 2008 68,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

vehicle underbody coated in underseal

Fail 23 Jul 2008 67,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

vehicle underbody coated in underseal

Pass 31 Jul 2007 64,441 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 63,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 61,465 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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E523 GPK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 E523 GPK, 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 38 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 E523 GPK registered?

E523 GPK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E523 GPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E523 GPK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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