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K875 GBD

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,069 mi
Last recorded34,069 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK875 GBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2014 34,069 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 33,746 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 33,746 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 30,704 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 30,704 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 30,629 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 30,533 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 30,533 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,878 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 29,138 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2005 27,864 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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K875 GBD is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K875 GBD, 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 K875 GBD?

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What year was K875 GBD registered?

K875 GBD is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K875 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K875 GBD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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