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S2 OFA

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,531 mi
Last recorded130,531 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 OFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 130,531 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 127,800 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 125,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 124,152 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 121,747 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 120,362 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 117,792 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 113,413 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 110,822 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 104,580 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 100,175 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 92,403 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 89,104 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 85,397 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 82,521 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 79,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 19 Sep 2008 74,968 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 69,707 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 61,662 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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S2 OFA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 S2 OFA, 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 S2 OFA?

You can check the full history of S2 OFA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S2 OFA registered?

S2 OFA is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S2 OFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 OFA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S2 OFA have outstanding finance?

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