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K849 GSH

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,344 mi
Last recorded87,344 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK849 GSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 87,344 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front outer bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Center exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 20 Apr 2024 87,175 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 87,086 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 83,322 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

creaking noise from front steering/suspension during operation

exhaust system corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2021 83,322 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

creaking noise from front steering/suspension during operation

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2020 81,825 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 80,571 miles

both rear tyres worn close to limit

nearside front tyre close to limit

slight play at offside and nearside front lower ball joints

Fail 12 Jun 2012 80,571 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear tyres worn close to limit

nearside front tyre close to limit

slight play at offside and nearside front lower ball joints

Pass 19 Mar 2011 75,439 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 74,364 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 72,454 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 70,785 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 70,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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K849 GSH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 K849 GSH, 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

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What year was K849 GSH registered?

K849 GSH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 January 1993.

Is K849 GSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K849 GSH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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