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R1 SVJ

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,485 mi
Last recorded71,485 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 SVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 71,485 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 70,919 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 70,457 miles

Front and Rear suspension corrosion

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 69,998 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 69,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 69,010 miles

Offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 68,378 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 66,611 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2018 66,611 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,800 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 62,308 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,928 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,834 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 56,834 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 52,232 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 49,554 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 46,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Nov 2010 42,341 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 42,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 38,033 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 34,326 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 30,871 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 30,612 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 29,181 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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R1 SVJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R1 SVJ, 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 R1 SVJ registered?

R1 SVJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is R1 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 SVJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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