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K503 LMY

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,220 mi
Last recorded102,220 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK503 LMY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 102,220 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 102,153 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 101,970 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 100,955 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 99,910 miles

Oil leak

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 99,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 98,898 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 98,118 miles

Exhaust heatshields corroded

Rear silencer joint heavily corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2011 98,118 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust heatshields corroded

Rear silencer joint heavily corroded

Pass 18 May 2010 96,184 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 94,431 miles

dampness around steerin box

slight play in o/s/front hub area

Pass 28 Apr 2008 92,193 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 90,642 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 88,376 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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K503 LMY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 K503 LMY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K503 LMY registered?

K503 LMY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 September 1992.

Is K503 LMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K503 LMY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K503 LMY have outstanding finance?

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