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S380 EFM

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

145,332 mi
Last recorded145,332 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS380 EFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 145,332 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 144,602 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 144,596 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 143,755 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 143,150 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2021 143,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 142,766 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 141,771 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 140,856 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 139,926 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 139,290 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 139,277 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 138,592 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 136,253 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2012 124,297 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2012 115,677 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 8 Apr 2011 112,120 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 104,901 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 98,515 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 88,398 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 81,354 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 68,458 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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S380 EFM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S380 EFM, 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.

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What year was S380 EFM registered?

S380 EFM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S380 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S380 EFM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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