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DRH 5

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,345 mi
Last recorded9,345 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRH 5
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 9,345 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 9,331 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 8,100 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 8,070 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 7,609 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 7,294 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 7,098 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 6,425 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 6,425 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 6,420 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 5,538 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 5,528 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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DRH 5 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 74,108 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 DRH 5, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRH 5 registered?

DRH 5 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is DRH 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRH 5 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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