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S2 TUF

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,080 mi
Last recorded45,080 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 TUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 45,080 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 44,694 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 44,681 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 44,571 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 44,385 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 44,068 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 43,461 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 43,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 42,781 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 42,483 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 42,478 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 42,192 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre cracked on both sidewalls

o/s/f tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,517 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 39,943 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 39,430 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 38,995 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 38,536 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 38,023 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 37,613 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 35,590 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 35,315 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 TUF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 TUF, 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 S2 TUF registered?

S2 TUF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S2 TUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 TUF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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