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S327 GHU

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

44,939 mi
Last recorded44,939 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS327 GHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 44,939 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 41,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 37,071 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 34,856 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 34,720 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 34,607 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 34,324 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 34,324 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 33,996 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 33,996 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,259 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 32,911 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 30,984 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 30,984 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 29,768 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 28,674 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 28,666 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 27,875 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,489 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 27,488 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 25,071 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,441 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,612 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 12,236 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 10,234 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 8,639 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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S327 GHU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S327 GHU, 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 S327 GHU?

You can check the full history of S327 GHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S327 GHU registered?

S327 GHU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is S327 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S327 GHU shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S327 GHU have outstanding finance?

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