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K4 EVD

2013 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,140 mi
Last recorded48,140 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl33,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK4 EVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 48,140 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 48,140 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 46,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 46,474 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 44,425 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 44,425 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 41,844 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 41,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2020 40,271 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 39,533 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 32,476 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 32,427 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 24,090 miles

slight wiper smear

Pass 25 May 2016 19,009 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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K4 EVD is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 33,398 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 K4 EVD, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K4 EVD registered?

K4 EVD is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 2013.

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