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874 JFF

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,166 mi
Last recorded23,166 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration874 JFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 23,166 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 22,413 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 22,112 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 18,898 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 18,475 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 18,448 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 18,414 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,355 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 18,239 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,055 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 17,661 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 17,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2014 17,477 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,377 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 17,292 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 16,709 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 23 Mar 2010 16,169 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 15,589 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Mar 2008 14,702 miles

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES NEARING WEAR BANDS

OFSIDE REAR TYRE NEARING WEAR BANDS

Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,000 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 12,776 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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874 JFF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 874 JFF, 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 874 JFF?

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What year was 874 JFF registered?

874 JFF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is 874 JFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 874 JFF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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