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B2 NJM

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,457 mi
Last recorded86,457 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 NJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 86,457 miles

Nearside Front steering idler arm slight play

Pass 22 Oct 2024 85,795 miles

Nearside Front steering idler arm slight play

Pass 30 Oct 2023 85,059 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 84,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 83,644 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 82,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front steering idler arm slight play

Pass 23 Oct 2019 82,226 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 81,785 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 81,045 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 78,714 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 77,215 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 75,182 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 71,149 miles

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

nearside front tyre signs of splitting in sidewall

Pass 20 Dec 2010 68,064 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 66,171 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 59,217 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 54,902 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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B2 NJM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 B2 NJM, 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

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What year was B2 NJM registered?

B2 NJM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is B2 NJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 NJM shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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