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R261 UKP

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

121,790 mi
Last recorded121,790 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 UKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 121,790 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 120,913 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 120,187 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 117,269 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 117,269 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 109,911 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 98,152 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 94,104 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 90,705 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 89,596 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 87,715 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 84,645 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 81,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 76,346 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 72,266 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 70,029 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 66,556 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 62,672 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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R261 UKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black 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 R261 UKP, 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

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What year was R261 UKP registered?

R261 UKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 October 1998.

Is R261 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 UKP 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.

Does R261 UKP have outstanding finance?

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