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PCZ 340

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,131 mi
Last recorded85,131 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCZ 340
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 85,131 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 85,131 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 85,058 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 84,821 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 84,441 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 84,123 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 83,522 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 82,248 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 80,960 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 79,491 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise air bag light on

Fail 17 Jun 2009 79,491 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise air bag light on

Pass 23 May 2008 77,595 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 75,561 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 71,999 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 71,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Apr 2006 71,822 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PCZ 340 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PCZ 340, 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 PCZ 340?

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What year was PCZ 340 registered?

PCZ 340 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is PCZ 340 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCZ 340 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCZ 340 have outstanding finance?

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