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E615 VKE

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

100,841 mi
Last recorded100,841 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE615 VKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 100,841 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 100,486 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 99,986 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 99,800 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 99,581 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 99,581 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 99,625 miles

n/s/r fog light not working

spare wheel missing

battery insecure

centre and rear exhaust rubber mounts split

Fail 20 Nov 2012 99,614 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

battery insecure

centre and rear exhaust rubber mounts split

n/s/f fog light not working

spare wheel missing

Pass 3 Mar 2008 99,559 miles

advise baffles dropped in mid exhaust section

advise chip in windscreen

advise chips in both front headlamps

advise nearside front fog lamp not working

advise wear to brake discs

nearside front wiper blade splitting

Fail 3 Mar 2008 99,559 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise baffles dropped in mid exhaust section

advise chip in windscreen

advise chips in both front headlamps

advise nearside front fog lamp not working

advise wear to brake discs

nearside front wiper blade splitting

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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E615 VKE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E615 VKE, 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 E615 VKE?

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What year was E615 VKE registered?

E615 VKE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 1988.

Is E615 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E615 VKE shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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