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S955 HDV

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,166 mi
Last recorded108,166 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS955 HDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 108,166 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 108,005 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 107,929 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 107,488 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 107,460 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 107,324 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 106,966 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 106,637 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 106,637 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 106,200 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 105,599 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 105,073 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 104,634 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2009 104,634 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 104,259 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 97,703 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear 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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S955 HDV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S955 HDV, 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

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What year was S955 HDV registered?

S955 HDV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S955 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S955 HDV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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