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T286 UCH

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,031 mi
Last recorded117,031 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT286 UCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 117,031 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 117,011 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 116,968 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 115,896 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 110,977 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 110,369 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 109,115 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 106,706 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 106,127 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 105,034 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 105,033 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension clicking

Fail 4 Jan 2016 105,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front wipers do not go to park posision

Offside Front suspension making a clicking sound when wheels of the floor on lock to lock check

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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T286 UCH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T286 UCH, 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 T286 UCH registered?

T286 UCH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T286 UCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T286 UCH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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