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K41 TGA

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

112,348 mi
Last recorded112,348 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK41 TGA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 112,348 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 112,348 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2021 112,324 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 112,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 112,284 miles

Heavy front subframe repairs

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 112,284 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))

Heavy front subframe repairs

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2015 112,276 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings subframe (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings subframe (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center exhaust joints blow (7.1.2)

Front brakes binding on

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted bushes (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front indicator lamp insecure

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted both wishbone bushes (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 May 2013 111,864 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 111,864 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2012 111,256 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 110,633 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 110,633 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 109,745 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 108,264 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 108,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 108,263 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 107,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 100,445 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 97,833 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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K41 TGA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 K41 TGA, 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 K41 TGA registered?

K41 TGA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 1993.

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