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K842 SKN

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,738 mi
Last recorded18,738 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK842 SKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 18,738 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 5,521 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 5,521 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Headlamp aim not tested both (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Fluid suspension accumulator leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated release button missing (3.1.3c)

Power steering component(s) leaking box (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

suspension light on

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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K842 SKN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K842 SKN, 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.

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What year was K842 SKN registered?

K842 SKN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 December 1992.

Is K842 SKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K842 SKN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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