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1988 SL

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,350 mi
Last recorded37,350 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1988 SL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 37,350 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 36,880 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 36,175 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 34,897 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 34,897 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 34,547 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 34,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 33,558 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 33,523 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 33,488 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 33,361 miles

Both washer jets blocked slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,248 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 33,104 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,040 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,891 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 32,729 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 32,494 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 32,099 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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1988 SL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 1988 SL, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1988 SL?

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What year was 1988 SL registered?

1988 SL is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is 1988 SL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1988 SL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1988 SL have outstanding finance?

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