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R729 PHG

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,605 mi
Last recorded73,605 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 PHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 73,605 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 73,602 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 73,550 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 73,541 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 73,505 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 73,320 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 73,286 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 72,828 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 72,299 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 70,716 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 69,643 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,884 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 67,917 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 67,917 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 62,568 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 60,981 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 59,977 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 60,573 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 48,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 46,923 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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R729 PHG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R729 PHG, 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 R729 PHG registered?

R729 PHG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R729 PHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 PHG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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