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E748 HRT

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,831 mi
Last recorded41,831 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE748 HRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 41,831 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 41,773 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 41,075 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,742 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 40,475 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 40,044 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres small splits in side wall

Fail 13 Oct 2010 39,622 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 39,622 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 39,089 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 38,638 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 38,638 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 37,908 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 37,908 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 37,262 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 36,848 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 36,848 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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E748 HRT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E748 HRT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E748 HRT registered?

E748 HRT is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E748 HRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E748 HRT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E748 HRT have outstanding finance?

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