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R637 GBW

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,047 mi
Last recorded71,047 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR637 GBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 71,047 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 70,955 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 70,888 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Valve stem slightly damaged all tyre valves perished and cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 22 May 2024 70,888 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all tyre valves perished and cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 70,882 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 70,863 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 70,659 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 70,577 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 70,249 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 69,773 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 69,272 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 68,390 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 67,297 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 63,483 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 54,153 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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 4 Feb 2009 50,069 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 47,517 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 41,967 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 37,342 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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R637 GBW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R637 GBW, 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 R637 GBW?

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What year was R637 GBW registered?

R637 GBW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R637 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R637 GBW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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