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F665 RML

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,051 mi
Last recorded93,051 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF665 RML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 93,051 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded front and rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 92,348 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 89,507 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 84,353 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 83,663 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 82,360 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 80,675 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 80,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 71,814 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 70,501 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 69,785 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 69,521 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 68,356 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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F665 RML is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 F665 RML, 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.

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What year was F665 RML registered?

F665 RML is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F665 RML safe to buy?

The MOT history for F665 RML shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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