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7 NSX

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

64,160 mi
Last recorded64,160 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 NSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 64,160 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 63,955 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 63,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 63,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 63,571 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 62,867 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 59,433 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 59,433 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 59,287 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 55,285 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 53,297 miles

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

nearside rear tyre side wall break up

Pass 23 Jun 2014 44,216 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 41,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 41,392 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 36,799 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 36,799 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 29,792 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 29,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 28,502 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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7 NSX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 7 NSX, 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 7 NSX?

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What year was 7 NSX registered?

7 NSX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is 7 NSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 NSX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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