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S406 AOK

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,383 mi
Last recorded62,383 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS406 AOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 62,383 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 59,067 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 55,250 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 54,962 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 54,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 54,336 miles

Exhaust rusty and thin

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 53,312 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 53,281 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 53,238 miles

Central rear stop lamp (additional) not connected at time of inspection

Coil spring corroded all front and rear: slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

light / mild corrosion to some underbody components

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 17 Jul 2017 53,169 miles

Central rear stop lamp (additional) not connected at time of inspection

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

coil spring corroded all front and rear slightly (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to some underbody components and panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 8 Jul 2016 53,122 miles

Centre Rear Additional stop lamps not connected at time of inspection

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

coil spring corroded all front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion to some underbody components and panels

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields /engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to prescribed areas and or items

Pass 23 Jun 2015 51,824 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight corrosion to underbdy components / panels

Pass 4 Jul 2014 51,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight surface corrosion to underbody components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 51,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

sill guards, splash guards, undercarrage trays and heat sheilds giving little or no access to prescribed areas or items

slight surface corrosion to underbody components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 51,661 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 49,556 miles

Front number plate tatty

Pass 6 Jul 2010 47,345 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 47,345 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 44,722 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,718 miles

Rear number plate tatty

Pass 12 Jul 2007 40,128 miles

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

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

rear # plate tatty

Pass 12 Jul 2006 37,192 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2005 36,137 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 36,136 miles

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

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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S406 AOK 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 91.7%.

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 S406 AOK, 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 S406 AOK?

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What year was S406 AOK registered?

S406 AOK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S406 AOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S406 AOK shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S406 AOK have outstanding finance?

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