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R240 EUB

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,147 mi
Last recorded98,147 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 EUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2011 98,147 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 97,489 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 97,196 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 96,736 miles

front brake pads showing 1.5mm replacement neccasary!!

handbrake only just meeting requirements

Pass 4 Apr 2007 96,295 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 88,589 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 86,281 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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R240 EUB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 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 R240 EUB, 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 29 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 R240 EUB?

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What year was R240 EUB registered?

R240 EUB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R240 EUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 EUB shows 7 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 R240 EUB have outstanding finance?

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