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SA 77

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

81,239 mi
Last recorded81,239 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA 77
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 81,239 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both front tyres perished

Pass 16 Jul 2013 78,543 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 78,542 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front and nearside rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 11 Jul 2012 76,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 76,324 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 74,502 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 74,492 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 72,251 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 72,250 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 69,281 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 69,281 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 66,243 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 59,874 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 52,273 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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SA 77 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SA 77, 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 SA 77?

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What year was SA 77 registered?

SA 77 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is SA 77 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA 77 shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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