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EVJ 129

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,059 mi
Last recorded44,059 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVJ 129
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 44,059 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 43,993 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal.

Fail 1 Apr 2025 43,991 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal.

Pass 6 Oct 2023 43,984 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 43,972 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 43,899 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,867 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 43,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 42,656 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 42,477 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 42,477 miles

Headlamp aim too high both lamps (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 42,009 miles

n/s/r tyre bald on inner edge and 2mm across centre advise replacement

Pass 29 Nov 2012 41,810 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 41,862 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 41,862 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 41,199 miles

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

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

osf tyre outer side wall slight cut / but ok - osr tyre has a small bulge on outer side wall of tyre

rear tyres wearing on the inside shoulder / rear coil springs surface rust appearance -rear brake pads worn low to 1.5mm thickness - free play in both sides front shock top bushes - serv brake pedal a lttle spongy -

Pass 9 Feb 2009 40,686 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 34,786 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 30,673 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 30,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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EVJ 129 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EVJ 129, 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 EVJ 129 registered?

EVJ 129 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is EVJ 129 safe to buy?

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