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DS 1111

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,922 mi
Last recorded52,922 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 1111
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 52,922 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 51,714 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 51,434 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 50,737 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 50,053 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 48,921 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 48,921 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 47,224 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 44,921 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 44,921 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 43,955 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,205 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 41,781 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 40,255 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,557 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 38,183 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 37,010 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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DS 1111 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 88.2%.

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 DS 1111, 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 DS 1111?

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What year was DS 1111 registered?

DS 1111 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is DS 1111 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 1111 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS 1111 have outstanding finance?

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