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R2 UJS

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

35,886 mi
Last recorded35,886 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 UJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2026 35,886 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2025 34,804 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 34,619 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 34,262 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 33,574 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 33,270 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 32,834 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 32,766 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 32,278 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 31,817 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 31,421 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,131 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 30,958 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,238 miles

exhaust front support corroded off.

slight oil leak from rear axle.

Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,195 miles

slight cracking on both front tyres

Fail 29 Aug 2012 29,193 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight cracking on both front tyres

Pass 14 Nov 2011 29,026 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 29,024 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 28,858 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 28,439 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 27,492 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 26,786 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 25,957 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 25,194 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 25,194 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (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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R2 UJS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R2 UJS, 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 R2 UJS registered?

R2 UJS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R2 UJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 UJS shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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