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R852 CUR

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

45,585 mi
Last recorded45,585 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR852 CUR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 45,585 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 45,566 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 45,481 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 45,320 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 45,320 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 44,473 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 43,242 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 43,147 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 42,675 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 42,199 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 41,814 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 41,076 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Dec 2010 40,346 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 38,926 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 37,376 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 34,979 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 32,995 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 29,183 miles

STEERING DAMPER STARTING TO WEAP.

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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R852 CUR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R852 CUR, 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

How do I check the history of R852 CUR?

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What year was R852 CUR registered?

R852 CUR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R852 CUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R852 CUR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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