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S590 NCF

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,523 mi
Last recorded75,523 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS590 NCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 75,523 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 73,981 miles

both front tyres have cuts to the cords in them

Pass 21 Sep 2016 71,591 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 68,908 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 66,111 miles

osf coil spring top rubber buffer (cup) partially folded under.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 64,456 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 61,662 miles

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER SLIGHTLY WORN ON EDGE

Pass 29 Sep 2011 60,546 miles

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.

N/S/R tyre getting close to wear bands (225/55x16).

O/S/F & O/S/R tyres cut/split & worn in sidewalls.

Oil weeps from engine & rear axle.

Fail 29 Sep 2011 60,541 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.

N/S/R tyre getting close to wear bands (225/55x16).

O/S/F & O/S/R tyres cut/split & worn in sidewalls.

Oil weeps from engine & rear axle.

Pass 14 Sep 2010 58,805 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2010 58,805 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 54,146 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 49,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 45,412 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,412 miles

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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S590 NCF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 S590 NCF, 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.

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What year was S590 NCF registered?

S590 NCF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 November 1998.

Is S590 NCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S590 NCF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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