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S503 NBL

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,547 mi
Last recorded81,547 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS503 NBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 81,547 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 80,187 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 80,126 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 78,924 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 75,408 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 72,701 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,647 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 69,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2009 64,424 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 61,565 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 59,948 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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S503 NBL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S503 NBL, 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 S503 NBL?

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What year was S503 NBL registered?

S503 NBL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S503 NBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S503 NBL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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