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S638 LPO

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,134 mi
Last recorded35,134 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS638 LPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 35,134 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 33,758 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side suspension arm dust shield deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 31,923 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 31,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 31,907 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 28,992 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 28,990 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 28,374 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 27,489 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 25,471 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 25,298 miles

Nearside Front Fog Light Damaged

Pass 13 Mar 2015 25,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 24,940 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 24,691 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 24,065 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,521 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 23,115 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 22,536 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly pitted on inner face.

long paking brake travel.

Pass 13 Mar 2007 20,725 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 20,105 miles

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

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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S638 LPO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S638 LPO, 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 S638 LPO?

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What year was S638 LPO registered?

S638 LPO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S638 LPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S638 LPO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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