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R124 KGD

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,679 mi
Last recorded74,679 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

RegistrationR124 KGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 74,679 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 74,241 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 73,858 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 73,278 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 72,938 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 71,911 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 71,186 miles

Minor corrosion to exhaust sysyem

Pass 18 Oct 2018 70,505 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 68,721 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 67,848 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 67,166 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 66,467 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 65,706 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 64,756 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 63,623 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 62,413 miles

exhaust system corroded

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2009 59,890 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 58,111 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 56,673 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 54,941 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 50,000 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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R124 KGD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc 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 R124 KGD, 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 R124 KGD registered?

R124 KGD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R124 KGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 KGD 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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