MOT Status
ValidMileage
76,746 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) (slight play)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (several small cuts inner edge of tread) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) (slight play)
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front squeak/creak heard from front suspension while manoeuvring vehicle
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged darkened/dim (3.3 (b) (i))
under tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components
under tray and engine cover fitted obstructing components
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
both front brake disc`s corrosion on inner braking surface
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
both front tyres worn inner edge
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
cannot inspect brake pipes or engine mounting under tray fitted
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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A8 RJL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,336 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 A8 RJL, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A8 RJL registered?
A8 RJL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 October 2004.
Is A8 RJL safe to buy?
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