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R834 ECR

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,519 mi
Last recorded63,519 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR834 ECR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 63,519 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2026 62,966 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 62,769 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 62,766 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 62,346 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 62,255 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 62,254 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 62,007 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 61,570 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 61,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 60,881 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 60,394 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 59,541 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 58,191 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 57,198 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 54,354 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 52,377 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 49,562 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,427 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 45,674 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 41,638 miles

Nearside Front 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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R834 ECR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R834 ECR, 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 R834 ECR registered?

R834 ECR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R834 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R834 ECR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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