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S84 JNH

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,865 mi
Last recorded106,865 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS84 JNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 106,865 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 106,308 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 106,054 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 105,221 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 104,825 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 104,550 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various sections of brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front windscreen, stone chip in zone 'a' not affecting drivers view

corrosion to exhaust system, centre box outer skin corroded

exhaust lambda just within exhaust emission requirements

rattle from exhaust

slight blow from o/s exhaust front pipe at sensor blank

travel in parking brake system, may require adjustment or repair

Pass 1 Apr 2019 103,847 miles

Exhaust is corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 102,351 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Offside Front indicator is going white

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 99,846 miles

Off side front indicator is going white

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust is corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Near side rear tyre has large cut in side wall not exposing chords

Pass 22 Apr 2016 97,871 miles

Off side front indicator is going white

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust section is corroded

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 95,299 miles

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

Off side front tyre is wearing low

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust section is corroded

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

Fail 23 Apr 2015 95,299 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake discs lipped

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Off side rear tyre is wearing low

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs lipped

Rear exhaust section is corroded

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 91,905 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 85,951 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Apr 2012 87,522 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 73,897 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 73,897 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 68,085 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 61,758 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 52,734 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 43,008 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 36,534 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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S84 JNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 S84 JNH, 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 S84 JNH?

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What year was S84 JNH registered?

S84 JNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S84 JNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S84 JNH shows 22 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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