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R23 XKP

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,980 mi
Last recorded58,980 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 XKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 58,980 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 58,072 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 57,135 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 55,836 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 54,796 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 53,514 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 53,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 53,278 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 52,984 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 52,587 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 52,155 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 51,853 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 50,298 miles

parking brake travel close to excessive

Pass 11 Dec 2013 47,680 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 44,275 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 44,273 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 42,048 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 39,390 miles

fuel cap sealing ring starting to detoriate

Pass 9 Dec 2009 35,836 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

vehicle under side is heavily undersealed making inspection difficult

Pass 30 Dec 2008 28,241 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 24,361 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 18,941 miles

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

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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R23 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R23 XKP, 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 R23 XKP registered?

R23 XKP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is R23 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 XKP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R23 XKP have outstanding finance?

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