MOT Status
ValidMileage
96,598 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both front tyres worn on outer edges
front brake pads low
limited movement on suspension units at rear
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
both front tyres worn on outer edges
front pads low
limited movement on suspension units at rear
slight play from both front wheel bearings
stering damper starting to leak
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R500 NJD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 R500 NJD, 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
How do I check the history of R500 NJD?
You can check the full history of R500 NJD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R500 NJD registered?
R500 NJD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 February 1998.
Is R500 NJD safe to buy?
The MOT history for R500 NJD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R500 NJD have outstanding finance?
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