MOT Status
ValidMileage
55,185 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak
slight play nearside steering arm
all tyres wearing low and wearing off on edges.
all tyres wearing low,o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge.
Front & Rear tyres wearing..worn on inner edges
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RAW 856 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.
Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 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 RAW 856, 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 29 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 RAW 856?
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What year was RAW 856 registered?
RAW 856 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1997.
Is RAW 856 safe to buy?
The MOT history for RAW 856 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RAW 856 have outstanding finance?
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