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R15 ESL

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

99,171 mi
Last recorded99,171 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 ESL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 99,171 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 99,061 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 98,744 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 98,628 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 98,575 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 97,564 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 97,084 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (inner edges) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 96,355 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 95,578 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 95,177 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 94,291 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 92,953 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 91,380 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 88,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 88,152 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 87,140 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 84,653 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 77,651 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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R15 ESL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R15 ESL, 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 R15 ESL registered?

R15 ESL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R15 ESL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R15 ESL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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