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R8 FAD

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,160 mi
Last recorded58,160 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 FAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 58,160 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 57,841 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 56,370 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 52,684 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 51,740 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 50,512 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 48,911 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 44,732 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 39,716 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2008 36,684 miles

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

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)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 36,684 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)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 33,875 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 31,394 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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R8 FAD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R8 FAD, 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 R8 FAD registered?

R8 FAD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is R8 FAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 FAD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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