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S3 NMC

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests24 (23 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.8%

Mileage

60,006 mi
Last recorded60,006 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 NMC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

23 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 60,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 55,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 48,937 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 48,128 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 43,479 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 39,485 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 34,346 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 30,623 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 30,108 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front tyre has a cut in it

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

Fail 29 Oct 2018 30,108 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front tyre has a cut in it

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 29,660 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jun 2017 29,312 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 26,294 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight perishing to fuel cap seal

Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,503 miles

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

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

Surface rust to Osr brake pipe

Pass 12 Jun 2014 22,542 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 20,013 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 18,689 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 15,942 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 15,828 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 15,772 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 15,746 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 15,433 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,546 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 12,899 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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S3 NMC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.8%.

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 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 S3 NMC, 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 S3 NMC registered?

S3 NMC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S3 NMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 NMC shows 24 tests with a 95.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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