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D7 JBB

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,131 mi
Last recorded90,131 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 JBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 90,131 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 89,851 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 89,829 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 87,637 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 87,590 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 84,674 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2010 82,246 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 82,236 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 76,716 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 76,189 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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D7 JBB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 D7 JBB, 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 D7 JBB registered?

D7 JBB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is D7 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D7 JBB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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