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S804 ETV

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,907 mi
Last recorded100,907 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS804 ETV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2006 100,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre has some side wall damaged

Fail 18 Sep 2006 100,906 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 94,842 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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S804 ETV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S804 ETV, 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 S804 ETV?

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What year was S804 ETV registered?

S804 ETV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S804 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S804 ETV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S804 ETV have outstanding finance?

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