CarVerify

Free Car Check

JMS 698

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2960cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

65,721 mi
Last recorded65,721 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMS 698
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 65,721 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 65,403 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 65,403 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 64,862 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 64,074 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,261 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 62,528 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 61,950 miles

Corrosion behind o/s head light under ABS unit.

Pass 10 Jan 2019 61,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 60,493 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2017 60,492 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 59,738 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 59,185 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 58,371 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 57,528 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 56,685 miles

signs of engine oil leak

very slight play in track rods

Pass 15 Dec 2011 55,635 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak in engine bay

Pass 15 Dec 2010 54,476 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2009 53,343 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 51,988 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 50,766 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 50,766 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 49,488 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 49,488 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 47,244 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 47,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

JMS 698 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 JMS 698, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JMS 698?

You can check the full history of JMS 698 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JMS 698 registered?

JMS 698 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is JMS 698 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMS 698 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JMS 698 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on JMS 698. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.