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S3 SKM

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,654 mi
Last recorded66,654 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 SKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 66,654 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 64,299 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 64,247 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 62,599 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 59,450 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 59,450 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 58,329 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 54,445 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 51,600 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 44,936 miles

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

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

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 SKM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S3 SKM, 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 S3 SKM?

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What year was S3 SKM registered?

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

Is S3 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 SKM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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