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K778 CEW

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,819 mi
Last recorded76,819 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK778 CEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 76,819 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 76,549 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 76,401 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 76,229 miles

nsf tyre slightly feathered outer edge

Pass 5 Nov 2020 75,676 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 75,330 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 73,736 miles

osr brake pad wearing thin

Pass 7 Nov 2017 72,753 miles

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

exhaust has undergone repair

Pass 1 Nov 2016 70,434 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 68,260 miles

osr tyre wearing inner edge

slight corrosion to coil springs

Pass 5 Nov 2014 66,728 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system slight corrosion

rear brake pipes have been undersealed

Pass 31 Oct 2013 65,386 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust slight corrosion

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

unable to see condition of rear inner brake disc faces

Fail 30 Oct 2013 65,386 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust slight corrosion

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

unable to see condition of rear inner brake disc faces

Pass 30 Oct 2012 63,384 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 1 Nov 2011 62,998 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 62,665 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 62,665 miles

Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 61,102 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

dust cap missing osr valve

very slight corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 21 Nov 2008 59,855 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

unable to see rear brake disc inner faces

Pass 30 Nov 2007 59,138 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 58,032 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 56,095 miles

dust caps missing nsf osr tyres

exhaust bracket slightly loose

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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K778 CEW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K778 CEW, 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 K778 CEW?

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What year was K778 CEW registered?

K778 CEW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K778 CEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K778 CEW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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