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AKZ 6983

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3195cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,994 mi
Last recorded98,994 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 6983
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,195cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 98,994 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2026 98,979 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 97,799 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 97,799 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 96,989 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 96,373 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 95,099 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 93,912 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 91,779 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 88,295 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 84,553 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 84,553 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 79,914 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 79,914 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 79,706 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 78,768 miles

near side front tyre has slight buldge

Pass 15 Jul 2014 72,696 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front wiper smearing

Pass 18 Jul 2013 68,749 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 64,855 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

srs light on dash

Pass 13 Jul 2011 54,367 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 43,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 32,836 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 20,182 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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AKZ 6983 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AKZ 6983, 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 AKZ 6983?

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What year was AKZ 6983 registered?

AKZ 6983 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is AKZ 6983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 6983 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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