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S504 JRK

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

133,979 mi
Last recorded133,979 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS504 JRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 133,979 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 133,979 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake and fuel pipes corroded

Discs corroded

Front number plate deteriorated

Fuel hoses perished

Pass 12 Apr 2012 133,384 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 133,384 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 130,619 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 130,619 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 122,762 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 111,756 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 102,900 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 102,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 91,639 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 91,639 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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S504 JRK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 S504 JRK, 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 S504 JRK?

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What year was S504 JRK registered?

S504 JRK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S504 JRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S504 JRK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S504 JRK have outstanding finance?

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