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R276 FDT

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,939 mi
Last recorded158,939 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 FDT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 158,939 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2017 158,936 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 158,856 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 153,985 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre low tread on inside edge

offside front tyre low tread on inside edge

Pass 11 May 2015 153,985 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre low tread on inside edge

offside front tyre low tread on inside edge

Pass 5 Jun 2013 144,617 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 May 2013 144,356 miles

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2012 135,712 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 117,554 miles

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

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

advise wheel nuts differant on wheels all wheels tight at time of test

Pass 6 May 2009 108,011 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 100,737 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 94,822 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 94,188 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 88,255 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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R276 FDT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R276 FDT, 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.

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What year was R276 FDT registered?

R276 FDT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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