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R82 GGX

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,312 mi
Last recorded102,312 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR82 GGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2017 102,312 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 98,571 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 93,990 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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R82 GGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R82 GGX, 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 R82 GGX registered?

R82 GGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R82 GGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R82 GGX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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