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S439 NSB

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

91,052 mi
Last recorded91,052 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS439 NSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 91,052 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 90,317 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inside wall all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 89,901 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 88,943 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 87,189 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 84,865 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 83,286 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 82,055 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 80,699 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 78,881 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 77,253 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 77,253 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 75,245 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 74,845 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 74,393 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 74,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 73,896 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 71,807 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 71,212 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)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 68,495 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 68,495 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 65,598 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 62,337 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 57,641 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 57,641 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S439 NSB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S439 NSB, 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 S439 NSB?

You can check the full history of S439 NSB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S439 NSB registered?

S439 NSB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S439 NSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S439 NSB shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S439 NSB have outstanding finance?

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