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R778 TRK

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

140,861 mi
Last recorded140,861 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 TRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 140,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 138,283 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 133,845 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015
Pass 15 Dec 2014 129,649 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 128,053 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 123,671 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 121,563 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 113,419 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 100,833 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 85,207 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 69,609 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2007 69,609 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 56,209 miles

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

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

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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R778 TRK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 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 R778 TRK, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R778 TRK registered?

R778 TRK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R778 TRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R778 TRK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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