MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,131 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
slight binding on front brakes advise check
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
slight binding on front brakes advise check
0/s wiper blade deteriorating
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
both rear tyres getting close to wear bars
slight oil misting from steering damper
0/s wiper blade deteriorating
both rear tyres getting close to wear bars
slight oil misting from steering damper
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E638 HRV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 E638 HRV, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of E638 HRV?
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What year was E638 HRV registered?
E638 HRV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1987.
Is E638 HRV safe to buy?
The MOT history for E638 HRV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E638 HRV have outstanding finance?
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