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R562 WLW

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,479 mi
Last recorded93,479 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR562 WLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 93,479 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 92,360 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 92,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 91,147 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 89,499 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 87,002 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 86,646 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 85,904 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 84,075 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 80,354 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 76,833 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 73,335 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 73,330 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 69,229 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 64,342 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 61,842 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 58,945 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 46,387 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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R562 WLW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 R562 WLW, 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 R562 WLW?

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What year was R562 WLW registered?

R562 WLW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R562 WLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R562 WLW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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