MOT Status
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124,348 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Upper strut mounting slightly perished
Offside Front Upper strut mounting slightly perished and dust cover split and perished
Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mount rubbers are split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hoses are perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Above the rear axle. ()
Front Headlamp aim too high Both front (4.1.2 (a))
Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mount rubbers are split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hoses are perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Above the rear axle. ()
Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mount rubbers are split. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material The offside front metal brake pipe is corroded. (that feeds the flexible) (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexible brake hoses have light perish cracks. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both fuel pipes are heavily corroded above the rear subframe. ()
fuel pipes corroded
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
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R129 VYC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 R129 VYC, 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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What year was R129 VYC registered?
R129 VYC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 March 1998.
Is R129 VYC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R129 VYC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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