MOT Status
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11,091 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
Front wiper smeering
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Both lower rear rose bushes perished and cracked
Slight discolouration on offside front mirror glass
Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Fuel cap seal perishing
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R242 CCY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 R242 CCY, 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.
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How do I check the history of R242 CCY?
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What year was R242 CCY registered?
R242 CCY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 August 1997.
Is R242 CCY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R242 CCY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R242 CCY have outstanding finance?
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