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R570 HVV

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

104,049 mi
Last recorded104,049 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR570 HVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 104,049 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 103,985 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 101,610 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 101,573 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 99,845 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 96,602 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2016 95,152 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 92,297 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 87,584 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 84,315 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 81,926 miles

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)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 80,067 miles

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)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 79,047 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 70,980 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 70,974 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 70,306 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 66,337 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 62,216 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 62,216 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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R570 HVV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R570 HVV, 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 R570 HVV registered?

R570 HVV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R570 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R570 HVV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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