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K494 DUR

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,752 mi
Last recorded13,752 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK494 DUR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 13,752 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 13,752 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 13,602 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 13,602 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 12,739 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 11,923 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2023 11,923 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH ! (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 8,543 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 7,422 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 6,142 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 4,913 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 4,374 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 3,859 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 3,197 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 2,533 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 1,893 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 49 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 40 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,101 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 22,496 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,642 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 18,737 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,987 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 14,446 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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K494 DUR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K494 DUR, 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 K494 DUR registered?

K494 DUR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 April 1993.

Is K494 DUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K494 DUR shows 24 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.

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