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S100 GAC

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

92,171 mi
Last recorded92,171 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS100 GAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 92,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 91,788 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 87,193 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 85,814 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 85,750 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 82,460 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 77,771 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 76,762 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 69,099 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 64,071 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 59,694 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 55,745 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 53,256 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 53,244 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 50,591 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 46,913 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 43,933 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 43,933 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 40,351 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 34,755 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 26,943 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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S100 GAC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S100 GAC, 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 S100 GAC?

You can check the full history of S100 GAC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S100 GAC registered?

S100 GAC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S100 GAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S100 GAC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S100 GAC have outstanding finance?

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