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N3 JHX

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

119,015 mi
Last recorded119,015 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN3 JHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 119,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2025 111,355 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 102,019 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 93,638 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 93,302 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 92,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 91,774 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 90,905 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 89,841 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 89,130 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 88,744 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 88,309 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 87,421 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 86,778 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 86,103 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 85,054 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 83,414 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 81,485 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 81,475 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 73,004 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 73,004 miles

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

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

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

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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N3 JHX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N3 JHX, 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 N3 JHX?

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What year was N3 JHX registered?

N3 JHX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is N3 JHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N3 JHX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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