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K2 DDJ

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

193,676 mi
Last recorded193,676 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK2 DDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 193,676 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 192,139 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 189,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 186,897 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 183,807 miles

Rear surface corrosion to rear inner wheel arches

Pass 26 Mar 2021 179,061 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 179,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 176,284 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating

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

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

o/s rear tyre wearing thin in center of tread

Pass 19 Mar 2019 170,445 miles

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

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

rear silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 6 Mar 2018 165,015 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 7 Mar 2017 158,469 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 149,249 miles

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

rear silencer outer skin deteriating

Pass 13 Mar 2015 140,537 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 134,024 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriating

Pass 13 Mar 2013 127,616 miles

light corrosion to exhaust system

rear coil springs surface corrosion

Pass 19 Mar 2012 117,847 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 109,617 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 109,617 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 102,043 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 95,668 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 89,394 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 80,870 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 75,227 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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K2 DDJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 K2 DDJ, 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 K2 DDJ?

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What year was K2 DDJ registered?

K2 DDJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is K2 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K2 DDJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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