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K117 TLA

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

153,429 mi
Last recorded153,429 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK117 TLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 153,429 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 146,549 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel slight play present

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 144,196 miles

Rear registration delaminated unlikely to be misread

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 142,922 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 135,757 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 134,165 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 131,481 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 128,305 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 128,305 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2012 123,061 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 122,215 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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K117 TLA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,414 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 K117 TLA, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K117 TLA registered?

K117 TLA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K117 TLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K117 TLA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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