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L3 TPT

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,068 mi
Last recorded33,068 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 TPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,068 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 33,011 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 32,940 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 32,792 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 32,542 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 30,684 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 30,475 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 30,239 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering idler

Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,647 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 28,945 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 27,676 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,754 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f intermediate steering drop arm bush worn

Pass 24 Feb 2010 19,114 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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L3 TPT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 L3 TPT, 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

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What year was L3 TPT registered?

L3 TPT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L3 TPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 TPT shows 13 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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