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5599 TR

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,158 mi
Last recorded116,158 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5599 TR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2013 116,158 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 116,158 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 115,993 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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5599 TR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 5599 TR, 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 41 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 5599 TR?

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What year was 5599 TR registered?

5599 TR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is 5599 TR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5599 TR shows 3 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.

Does 5599 TR have outstanding finance?

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