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S7 RNP

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests35 (30 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,503 mi
Last recorded78,503 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS7 RNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

30 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 78,503 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 53,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 51,014 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 47,030 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 74,935 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 42,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,713 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 71,511 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 71,511 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 38,652 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 38,652 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2017 71,416 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 35,612 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 70,053 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 32,919 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 67,659 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 29,533 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 65,093 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,315 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n\s\rear jacking pad missing

Pass 27 Aug 2013 62,826 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 62,826 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 59,715 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 21,652 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 56,931 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,107 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 18,107 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 53,240 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 53,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 15,269 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 50,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 12,984 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 48,912 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 11,007 miles

cut in N S F tyer

Pass 29 Aug 2007 46,997 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 40,144 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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S7 RNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 35 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S7 RNP, 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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What year was S7 RNP registered?

S7 RNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S7 RNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S7 RNP shows 35 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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