MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,743 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt lowers (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()
Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear discs corroded but will clean up when used
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Steering damper missing
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Steering damper missing
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
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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M3 BDS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.
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 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 M3 BDS, 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 M3 BDS?
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What year was M3 BDS registered?
M3 BDS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is M3 BDS safe to buy?
The MOT history for M3 BDS shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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