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K222 CHA

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,160 mi
Last recorded63,160 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK222 CHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 63,160 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 136,202 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 131,187 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 131,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 124,156 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Jul 2006 116,555 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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K222 CHA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 K222 CHA, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of K222 CHA?

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What year was K222 CHA registered?

K222 CHA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K222 CHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K222 CHA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K222 CHA have outstanding finance?

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