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K952 ROR

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,566 mi
Last recorded121,566 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK952 ROR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 121,566 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 121,566 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 118,515 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 115,877 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Dec 2019 115,877 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 111,187 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 111,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Nov 2017 108,845 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 108,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 105,300 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 101,999 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 101,464 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 94,794 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 66,463 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 36,645 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 32,897 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 32,814 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 32,813 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 31,192 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 29,860 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside and offside front outer tyre walls in poor condition

rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2006 29,076 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2005 27,659 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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K952 ROR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 K952 ROR, 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 K952 ROR registered?

K952 ROR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 August 1992.

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