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S503 UTD

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

59,028 mi
Last recorded59,028 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS503 UTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 59,028 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 58,308 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 57,835 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 57,835 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 57,702 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 56,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 55,744 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 55,744 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 55,037 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 54,216 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 49,490 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 48,316 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 46,874 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 46,644 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 46,221 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 45,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 45,085 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 43,181 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 42,076 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 UTD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 UTD, 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.

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How do I check the history of S503 UTD?

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What year was S503 UTD registered?

S503 UTD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S503 UTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S503 UTD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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