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N19 CDW

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,326 mi
Last recorded65,326 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN19 CDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 65,326 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 64,773 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 64,233 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 63,195 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,257 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 59,265 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 58,548 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 57,662 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 56,996 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 55,980 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 54,976 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,909 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 53,066 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 52,385 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 51,407 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 49,923 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 48,372 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 47,862 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 47,672 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 47,463 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 46,932 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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N19 CDW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc 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 N19 CDW, 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 N19 CDW registered?

N19 CDW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is N19 CDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N19 CDW 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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