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L4 CFC

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,655 mi
Last recorded90,655 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL4 CFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 90,655 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 90,653 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Anti roll bar attachment area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 90,335 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 89,765 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 89,757 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 89,102 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 88,327 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 87,370 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 86,151 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 85,783 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 85,221 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 84,487 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 84,054 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 82,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2013 81,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 80,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 4 Jul 2011 80,330 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s and n/s front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Jul 2010 79,958 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 77,077 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 76,725 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 75,711 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 74,954 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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L4 CFC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L4 CFC, 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 L4 CFC registered?

L4 CFC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is L4 CFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L4 CFC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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