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R993 ORU

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

104,121 mi
Last recorded104,121 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR993 ORU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 104,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 102,140 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 98,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 94,547 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 94,547 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 92,756 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 90,142 miles

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

Nearside Front fog light inop

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 88,149 miles

Centre exhaust box deteriorating

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 85,536 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 82,478 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 77,383 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 30 May 2012 75,116 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2011 71,102 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 69,151 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 66,347 miles

srs light on

Pass 6 Jun 2008 63,972 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 62,845 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 59,728 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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R993 ORU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc 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 R993 ORU, 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 R993 ORU?

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What year was R993 ORU registered?

R993 ORU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R993 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R993 ORU 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.

Does R993 ORU have outstanding finance?

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