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K160 PAP

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,288 mi
Last recorded113,288 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK160 PAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 113,288 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 111,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 111,111 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 109,980 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 109,980 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 108,807 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 107,370 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 106,398 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 105,471 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 101,795 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 99,337 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 96,435 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

front brake pads worn

Pass 5 Apr 2011 91,119 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 89,768 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 84,352 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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K160 PAP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 K160 PAP, 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.

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What year was K160 PAP registered?

K160 PAP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K160 PAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K160 PAP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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