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NIB 814

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,900 mi
Last recorded137,900 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIB 814
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2011 137,900 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wiper not parking correctly

all 4 tyres perished badly

Fail 7 Dec 2011 137,900 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wiper not parking correctly

all 4 tyres perished badly

Pass 3 Dec 2010 13,184 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 13,184 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 126,822 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 126,744 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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NIB 814 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NIB 814, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NIB 814?

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What year was NIB 814 registered?

NIB 814 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is NIB 814 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIB 814 shows 6 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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