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R29 OGT

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,652 mi
Last recorded109,652 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 OGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 109,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material just coming out of Felxi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 109,598 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 109,591 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 108,293 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 105,535 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 105,495 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 104,920 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 104,275 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 103,626 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 103,450 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 103,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 98,061 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 93,566 miles

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

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

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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R29 OGT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R29 OGT, 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 R29 OGT registered?

R29 OGT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R29 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 OGT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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