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REU 551E

2013 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,824 mi
Last recorded77,824 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl33,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 551E
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2013
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 77,824 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 77,824 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

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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REU 551E is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 33,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 REU 551E, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of REU 551E?

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What year was REU 551E registered?

REU 551E is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 October 2013.

Is REU 551E safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 551E shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does REU 551E have outstanding finance?

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