MOT Status
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98,387 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage in area of steering box (2.1.5 (a))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe / road springs / shock absorber cases / all rear suspension arm's corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms / springs / subframe corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Steering linkage idler has play in bush's causing free play at near side wheel - not excessive
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Exhaust system is corroded
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
HAD TO TURN HEADS OFF AND ON TO GET O.S. LOW BEAM WORKING
Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
HAD TO TURN HEADS OFF AND ON TO GET O.S. LOW BEAM WORKING
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
both front tyres worn uneven suggest tracking
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
both front tyres worn uneven suggest tracking
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
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S387 UPW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.
Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 67,886 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 S387 UPW, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was S387 UPW registered?
S387 UPW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 January 1999.
Is S387 UPW safe to buy?
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