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XIL 8528

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,809 mi
Last recorded83,809 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 8528
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 83,809 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 83,314 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 80,318 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 79,895 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 79,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 78,000 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre bracket rusting away but not insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded at fuel tank outlet

catalyst rattles

engine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

rear subframe corroded but not considered excessive

Fail 11 May 2020 78,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective centre bracket rusting away but not insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded at fuel tank outlet

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

catalyst rattles

engine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

rear subframe corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 13 Jun 2018 77,709 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 77,654 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 77,545 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 73,830 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 73,830 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 68,047 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 57,964 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 57,964 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 May 2007 52,624 miles

Offside Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 52,386 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 19 Apr 2007 52,386 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 50,619 miles

Offside 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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XIL 8528 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XIL 8528, 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 XIL 8528?

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What year was XIL 8528 registered?

XIL 8528 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is XIL 8528 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 8528 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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