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RFY 99

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,104 mi
Last recorded95,104 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFY 99
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 95,104 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 95,104 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 93,596 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 91,977 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 89,366 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 87,909 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 86,027 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 85,816 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 85,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 85,372 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 84,443 miles

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

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

outer sills covered

Pass 20 Jun 2016 83,679 miles

Exhaust system corroded and centre silencer baffles loose.

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 82,308 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 80,033 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 77,898 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 77,716 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 75,698 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 75,669 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,944 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 24 Feb 2010 65,735 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 61,269 miles

slight oil leak rear diff seal

Pass 4 Mar 2008 54,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 47,207 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 40,374 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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RFY 99 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc 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 RFY 99, 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 RFY 99 registered?

RFY 99 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is RFY 99 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFY 99 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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