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PRG 48

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

89,449 mi
Last recorded89,449 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRG 48
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 89,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2023 87,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 85,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 83,445 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 82,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 79,765 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 76,965 miles

all tyres worn low

Pass 22 Mar 2017 74,791 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 72,390 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 69,620 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 67,083 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 65,397 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 63,958 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 63,046 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 61,742 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 61,742 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 60,100 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 59,180 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 57,825 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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PRG 48 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PRG 48, 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 PRG 48 registered?

PRG 48 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is PRG 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRG 48 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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