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S511 UCF

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,940 mi
Last recorded49,940 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS511 UCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 49,940 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 48,752 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 20 Mar 2019 48,750 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 27 Jan 2019 48,587 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 44,873 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 39,622 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 32,742 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 26,704 miles

chunks out of n/s/f tyre outer sidewall nearly through to inner cords

Pass 17 May 2011 26,301 miles

c.o. close to limit on fast idle

chunks out of n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Pass 12 Apr 2010 24,932 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,703 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 14,753 miles

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

srs light on

Pass 30 Nov 2006 8,977 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 8,106 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 8,106 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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S511 UCF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S511 UCF, 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

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What year was S511 UCF registered?

S511 UCF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S511 UCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S511 UCF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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