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K198 JRP

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

91,975 mi
Last recorded91,975 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK198 JRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 91,975 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 90,955 miles

advise bolt missing from osf plastic wheel arch liner n

advise budget repair to damaged nsf plastic wheel arch liner

advise nsf tyre worn to limit advise replacement now

Fail 28 Nov 2023 90,921 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet latch defective (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

advise bolt missing from osf plastic wheel arch liner n

advise budget repair to damaged nsf plastic wheel arch liner

advise nsf tyre worn to limit advise replacement now

Pass 21 Oct 2022 88,032 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all fitted (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 86,413 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 83,547 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 78,445 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 75,169 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 71,054 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 71,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 65,912 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 62,243 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,894 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,874 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,037 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,992 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,418 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,546 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 14,901 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 13,807 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 13,657 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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K198 JRP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 K198 JRP, 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

How do I check the history of K198 JRP?

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What year was K198 JRP registered?

K198 JRP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K198 JRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K198 JRP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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