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SLZ 977

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

104,128 mi
Last recorded104,128 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 977
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 104,128 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 103,725 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 103,625 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 103,449 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 103,263 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 102,645 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 101,871 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 101,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 100,500 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 100,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 99,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 97,519 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 93,409 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 86,757 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 83,045 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 83,043 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 79,507 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 75,999 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 74,486 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 74,486 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 74,469 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2006 70,223 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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SLZ 977 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SLZ 977, 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 SLZ 977 registered?

SLZ 977 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is SLZ 977 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 977 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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