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K790 MGW

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

249,875 mi
Last recorded249,875 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2010
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK790 MGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2010 249,875 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2010 249,875 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

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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K790 MGW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K790 MGW, 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 K790 MGW?

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What year was K790 MGW registered?

K790 MGW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K790 MGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K790 MGW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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