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L11 ABU

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,833 mi
Last recorded42,833 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 ABU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 May 2019 42,833 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 42,522 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 41,424 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 41,172 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 41,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 41,079 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 41,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 40,959 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 40,720 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 40,501 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,169 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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L11 ABU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L11 ABU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L11 ABU?

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What year was L11 ABU registered?

L11 ABU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L11 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L11 ABU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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