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P6 JAS

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

102,179 mi
Last recorded102,179 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 JAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 102,179 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 101,886 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 101,364 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 100,655 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 100,033 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 99,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 99,490 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 96,239 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 95,369 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 92,362 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 91,625 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 88,526 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 87,180 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 84,568 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 79,835 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,977 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 69,825 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 65,961 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 61,647 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2008 61,647 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2007 56,249 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2006 51,380 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 51,380 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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P6 JAS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P6 JAS, 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 P6 JAS registered?

P6 JAS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is P6 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 JAS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P6 JAS have outstanding finance?

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