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R430 KUM

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,203 mi
Last recorded49,203 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 KUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2011 49,203 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 48,084 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 47,578 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 46,080 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 44,636 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 44,636 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 43,272 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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R430 KUM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R430 KUM, 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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How do I check the history of R430 KUM?

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What year was R430 KUM registered?

R430 KUM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R430 KUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R430 KUM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R430 KUM have outstanding finance?

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