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S209 HNH

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,157 mi
Last recorded61,157 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS209 HNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 61,157 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 58,314 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 56,329 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 54,506 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 54,220 miles

Nearside front steering link slight play

Pass 22 Jan 2021 53,970 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 53,518 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 53,114 miles

Front brakes slightly imbalanced

Pass 18 Jan 2018 52,742 miles

Nearside steering link slight play

Steering damper slight weep

Pass 18 Jan 2017 52,017 miles

Slight weep from steering damper

Pass 22 Jan 2016 51,239 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 50,427 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 49,793 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 49,291 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 48,765 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 47,768 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 47,005 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 46,952 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 46,603 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 45,147 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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S209 HNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S209 HNH, 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 S209 HNH?

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What year was S209 HNH registered?

S209 HNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S209 HNH safe to buy?

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