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KUR 595Y

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,639 mi
Last recorded93,639 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUR 595Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 93,639 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 93,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front subframe bushes have slight play

Pass 17 Apr 2015 92,121 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 89,968 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in steer wheel

Pass 25 Apr 2013 85,759 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 80,851 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 76,135 miles

Rear fuel pipes corroded.

Pass 17 May 2010 75,113 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 75,113 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2009 76,400 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 74,031 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 73,237 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 73,237 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 72,410 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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KUR 595Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 89,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KUR 595Y, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KUR 595Y registered?

KUR 595Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is KUR 595Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUR 595Y shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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