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OKZ 4849

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

155,434 mi
Last recorded155,434 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKZ 4849
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 155,434 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 154,478 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 154,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s and n/s front floors and n/s rear floor undersealed cannot see condition

o/s and n/s front lower wishbones in rubber bushes

o/s front inner body panel inside wheel arch undersealed cannot condition

o/s front tyre wearing on edges

slight plai in n/s steering idler arm

Fail 12 Nov 2012 154,251 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s and n/s front floors and n/s rear floor undersealed cannot see condition

o/s and n/s front lower wishbones in rubber bushes

o/s front inner body panel inside wheel arch undersealed cannot condition

o/s front tyre wearing on edges

slight plai in n/s steering idler arm

Pass 24 Oct 2008 154,608 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 154,608 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 146,647 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 146,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 140,114 miles

Oil leak

centre exhaust mounting deteriorated.

damage to sealant on offside floor.

parking brake travel long.

play in both inner and outer nearside track-rod ends.

play in nearside rear lower suspension bush.

play in offside front wheel bearing.

rear service brakes do not increase and decrease at the same rates.

sharp edge to offside front wing.

Pass 3 Oct 2005 135,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

play in nearside rear lower suspension bush.

play in offside front wheel bearing.

play in steering box.

Fail 24 Sep 2005 135,781 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

play in nearside rear lower suspension bush.

play in steering box.

rear brake pads worn low.

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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OKZ 4849 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OKZ 4849, 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 OKZ 4849 registered?

OKZ 4849 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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