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S368 KGX

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,910 mi
Last recorded41,910 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS368 KGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 41,910 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 40,708 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 38,868 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 36,976 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,793 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 33,910 miles

All Tyres deteriorating

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,415 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 32,154 miles

advise all tyres starting to perish

advise brakes,steering,suspension and exhaust components corroding

advise steering damper weeping

advise wiper operation smeary

Pass 10 Dec 2014 31,339 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 31,339 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 30,967 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 30,116 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,378 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 25,641 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 24,515 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 23,684 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 23,093 miles

Both front and nearside rear tyres are all cracking.

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front number plate is slighty broken.

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S368 KGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S368 KGX, 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 S368 KGX registered?

S368 KGX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S368 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S368 KGX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S368 KGX have outstanding finance?

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