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R9 DJB

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

31,721 mi
Last recorded31,721 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 DJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 31,721 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 31,275 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 30,936 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 30,834 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 28,705 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 27,635 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 27,074 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 26,768 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 26,520 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 26,065 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 25,171 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 24,648 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 23,790 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jan 2014 23,778 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

n/s/f wheel bearing has play

Pass 19 Jan 2013 22,721 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 21,461 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear brake pipe is slightly corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,518 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 19,868 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 19,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 18,466 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 17,368 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 16,344 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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R9 DJB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,200cc 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 R9 DJB, 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

How do I check the history of R9 DJB?

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What year was R9 DJB registered?

R9 DJB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R9 DJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 DJB 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.

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