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R909 MEH

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,718 mi
Last recorded55,718 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR909 MEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 55,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - (2004) 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2026 55,718 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking - Around pump (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall - (2004) 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 55,700 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 55,687 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all tyres have slight cracking

Pass 15 May 2015 55,635 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 55,204 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 54,270 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 54,017 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 53,233 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 53,111 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 51,495 miles

n/sw door mirror glass insecure ?

Pass 16 May 2007 50,256 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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R909 MEH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R909 MEH, 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 R909 MEH registered?

R909 MEH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R909 MEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R909 MEH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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