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A2 TKE

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,624 mi
Last recorded51,624 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 TKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 51,624 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 51,332 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 51,035 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 50,705 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 50,529 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 50,219 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 50,014 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 49,803 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 49,428 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 48,848 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,542 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 48,137 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 47,677 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 44,047 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 41,837 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 41,147 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2007 40,008 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 38,337 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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A2 TKE is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A2 TKE, 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 A2 TKE registered?

A2 TKE is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is A2 TKE safe to buy?

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