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S314 HGU

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,244 mi
Last recorded56,244 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS314 HGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 56,244 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive front diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 56,190 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 56,190 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 56,130 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 55,950 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 55,795 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 55,334 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 55,130 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 54,981 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 54,804 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 54,733 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 54,556 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 54,036 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 53,301 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 52,541 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 51,397 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 51,397 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 50,748 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 48,190 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 43,885 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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S314 HGU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S314 HGU, 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 S314 HGU registered?

S314 HGU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S314 HGU safe to buy?

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