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R189 CHE

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,222 mi
Last recorded59,222 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 CHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2008 59,222 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 58,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 48,023 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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R189 CHE is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R189 CHE, 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 R189 CHE?

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What year was R189 CHE registered?

R189 CHE is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R189 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 CHE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R189 CHE have outstanding finance?

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