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R695 WNT

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

99,146 mi
Last recorded99,146 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR695 WNT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 99,146 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 98,084 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 98,084 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 97,606 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 97,534 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2021 95,546 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 94,846 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2019 93,381 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 91,772 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 85,916 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 85,700 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 85,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 82,661 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 78,602 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 72,464 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 72,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 68,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 61,533 miles

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)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2010 55,097 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 50,028 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 46,434 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 40,541 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 33,261 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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R695 WNT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R695 WNT, 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 R695 WNT registered?

R695 WNT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R695 WNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R695 WNT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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