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R607 TRH

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3194cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

84,004 mi
Last recorded84,004 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 TRH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,194cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 84,004 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both * (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 link arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened * (5.3.3 (b) (i))

centre exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2024 83,610 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front pinion arm ball joint cover severely deteriorated

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various suspension components corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2024 83,610 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front pinion arm ball joint cover severely deteriorated

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2023 83,485 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 82,930 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 81,842 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 81,033 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 79,861 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 79,861 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

steering damper weak

Pass 7 Nov 2018 70,450 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play also squeeks (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 70,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play also squeeks (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 63,506 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer (2.4.G.2)

front windscreen wiper worn

Pass 9 Nov 2016 59,171 miles

all four brake discs lightly corroded due to inactivity.

engine cover fitted obscuring some components.

Fail 9 Nov 2016 59,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all four brake discs lightly corroded due to inactivity.

engine cover fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 28 Jun 2014 58,956 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 56,838 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 56,305 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 53,315 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 51,729 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 49,809 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 46,118 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 42,660 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 38,410 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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R607 TRH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,194cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R607 TRH, 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

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What year was R607 TRH registered?

R607 TRH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is R607 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 TRH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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