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S719 VGV

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,445 mi
Last recorded139,445 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS719 VGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 139,445 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 139,321 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 139,319 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 136,714 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 129,944 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 124,701 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 115,759 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 105,836 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rust Nearside front Wing

Pass 13 Feb 2012 104,201 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 95,912 miles

general fuel smell but no visible leaks

Pass 12 Feb 2010 87,766 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 80,513 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 73,038 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 73,028 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 65,718 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 53,835 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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S719 VGV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S719 VGV, 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 S719 VGV registered?

S719 VGV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S719 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S719 VGV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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