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F387 KAO

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,326 mi
Last recorded37,326 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF387 KAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2021 37,326 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 37,092 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 36,842 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 36,541 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 36,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 35,766 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 35,355 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 34,763 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 34,173 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 33,637 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 33,226 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 32,581 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 32,371 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 31,945 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,189 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 30,027 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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F387 KAO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 F387 KAO, 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 37 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 F387 KAO?

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What year was F387 KAO registered?

F387 KAO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F387 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F387 KAO shows 16 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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