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K409 WPB

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

127,801 mi
Last recorded127,801 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK409 WPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2015 127,801 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 125,219 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 124,985 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil cooler pipes leaking

Pass 21 Feb 2013 121,373 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 119,842 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 115,602 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 114,875 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 114,199 miles

both rear tyres worn - inner edges

offside rear and nearside rear brake pipes corroding

Fail 17 Feb 2009 114,199 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres worn - inner edges

offside rear and nearside rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 29 Feb 2008 110,473 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 103,104 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 103,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2005 92,120 miles
Fail 31 May 2005 92,116 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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K409 WPB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K409 WPB, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K409 WPB registered?

K409 WPB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 1992.

Is K409 WPB safe to buy?

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