MOT Status
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131,802 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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exhaust corroded
front fog lamp glasses damaged
offside front indicator lens damaged
exhaust corroded
Oil leak
exhaust corroded
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
exhaust corroded
Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
rear brake pipes starting to corrode
Appears to be slight wear and movement starting at front w/bearings
Both rear b/hoses getting abit cracked and perrished
O/S/R end metal b/pipe getting abit corroded
Rear tyres getting low on tread
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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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E8 RDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.
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 E8 RDM, 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.
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How do I check the history of E8 RDM?
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What year was E8 RDM registered?
E8 RDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 April 1998.
Is E8 RDM safe to buy?
The MOT history for E8 RDM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E8 RDM have outstanding finance?
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