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H7 ETY

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,713 mi
Last recorded105,713 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 ETY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 105,713 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 101,086 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 97,836 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 97,088 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 95,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 94,816 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 92,856 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 89,183 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 86,330 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 83,204 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 80,134 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 77,272 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 73,555 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 71,863 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 71,863 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 63,456 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 52,200 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 46,398 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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H7 ETY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 H7 ETY, 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 H7 ETY?

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What year was H7 ETY registered?

H7 ETY is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is H7 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H7 ETY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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