MOT Status
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180,913 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Central Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front brake disc back plate missing
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
fuel pipes corroded
general surface corrosion underside
shockers corroded
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged pick up ring broken (1.6 (e))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust mounting defective centre silencer hanger missing and silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front brake disc back plate missing
Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
general surface corrosion on underside components
shock absorbers corroded
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
front brake discs rusty
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
front brake discs rusty
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Oil leak
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Oil 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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R579 VFR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R579 VFR, 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 R579 VFR registered?
R579 VFR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 May 1998.
Is R579 VFR safe to buy?
The MOT history for R579 VFR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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