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K470 SLW

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,350 mi
Last recorded86,350 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK470 SLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 86,350 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 68,311 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 66,578 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 66,557 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres worn low on tread

signs of oil leak from around front of engine

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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K470 SLW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K470 SLW, 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 K470 SLW?

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What year was K470 SLW registered?

K470 SLW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is K470 SLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K470 SLW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K470 SLW have outstanding finance?

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