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S418 EUD

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,200 mi
Last recorded18,200 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS418 EUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 May 2025 18,200 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 18,182 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 18,163 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 18,114 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 18,094 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 18,075 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 17,850 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 17,738 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 17,593 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Oct 2015 17,356 miles

oil leak noted.

Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,104 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 16,824 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 16,546 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 16,268 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 15,982 miles

needs a bit of TLC underneath

Pass 7 Oct 2009 15,632 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 14,954 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 14,463 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 14,177 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 13,332 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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S418 EUD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S418 EUD, 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 S418 EUD registered?

S418 EUD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S418 EUD safe to buy?

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