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R261 ECR

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,358 mi
Last recorded84,358 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 ECR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 84,358 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 84,334 miles

Nearside Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 84,045 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 81,338 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 80,042 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 78,506 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 77,701 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 75,831 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 74,031 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 73,671 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 73,455 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,102 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 72,964 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 72,614 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 71,927 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 71,198 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 69,753 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 67,363 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 65,371 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 61,122 miles

nearside steering idler has slight play

Pass 24 Feb 2006 56,334 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 56,334 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R261 ECR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R261 ECR, 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 R261 ECR?

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What year was R261 ECR registered?

R261 ECR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R261 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 ECR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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