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TG 8737

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,859 mi
Last recorded65,859 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTG 8737
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 65,859 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 65,709 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 65,682 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 65,587 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 65,470 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 65,203 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2021 65,203 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 65,114 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 64,983 miles

exhaust system has corrosion

Pass 2 May 2018 64,801 miles

exhaust centerbox rusty

Pass 15 May 2017 64,446 miles

Exhaust silencer heavily corroded

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 64,079 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust section heavily corroded

Pass 6 May 2015 63,987 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 63,305 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 61,137 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2013 61,136 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 56,521 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 56,515 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 52,556 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 47,627 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 43,155 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 39,029 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 34,086 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,414 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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TG 8737 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 TG 8737, 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 TG 8737 registered?

TG 8737 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is TG 8737 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TG 8737 shows 24 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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