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K2 VGO

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

94,682 mi
Last recorded94,682 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 94,682 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 93,861 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 91,739 miles

Exhaust silencer corroding

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 91,230 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 89,824 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 88,682 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 84,540 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 83,157 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 82,848 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 82,848 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 82,106 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 80,566 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

Fail 13 Apr 2016 80,561 miles

Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 14 Apr 2015 79,244 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 77,295 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 72,874 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 69,000 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 31 Dec 2010 64,604 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 64,604 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Dec 2009 60,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 60,811 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 57,285 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 54,611 miles

Hand brake travel high.

Pass 5 Jan 2007 50,509 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 47,148 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 VGO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 VGO, 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

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What year was K2 VGO registered?

K2 VGO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K2 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K2 VGO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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