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M222 TEL

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,239 mi
Last recorded61,239 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM222 TEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2026 61,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 60,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 60,274 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 59,693 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 59,484 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 59,221 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 58,835 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 58,637 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 58,147 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 57,317 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 56,831 miles

advise handbrake adjustment

Pass 1 Sep 2015 55,626 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 54,560 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,575 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 52,202 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 51,406 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,070 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 50,265 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,539 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 49,258 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 48,565 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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M222 TEL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M222 TEL, 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 M222 TEL registered?

M222 TEL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is M222 TEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M222 TEL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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