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LAW 7S

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,708 mi
Last recorded56,708 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAW 7S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 56,708 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 55,704 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

underside components corroded

Pass 31 May 2013 54,875 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 54,634 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust corroded

undershield fitted front

underside components corroded

Pass 14 May 2010 54,395 miles

under body corrosion to all components

Pass 21 Apr 2009 53,903 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight oil leak around steering steering box

Pass 14 Sep 2007 53,471 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 52,262 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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LAW 7S is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LAW 7S, 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 LAW 7S?

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What year was LAW 7S registered?

LAW 7S is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is LAW 7S safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAW 7S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAW 7S have outstanding finance?

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