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R290 SBV

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

93,722 mi
Last recorded93,722 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 SBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 93,722 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 93,153 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 93,110 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 92,550 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 91,887 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 91,643 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 91,477 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 91,162 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 90,313 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s centre exhaust bracket cracked

Pass 9 Sep 2016 88,606 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 86,508 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 84,533 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 81,544 miles

nearside front tyre inner edge showing wear

Pass 5 Sep 2012 78,839 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 78,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 21 Sep 2011 76,355 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

condensation nearside front indicator unit

Pass 6 Sep 2010 74,370 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 74,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 73,288 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

interior mirror not fully secure

slight smear on front wipers

Pass 7 Aug 2008 69,158 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 63,982 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 61,150 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 61,146 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

long parking brake travel

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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R290 SBV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R290 SBV, 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 R290 SBV registered?

R290 SBV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R290 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 SBV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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