The road tax status for 1988 SL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for 1988 SL?

The MOT for 1988 SL is valid and due for renewal on or before 25 March 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of 1988 SL?

The recorded mileage for 1988 SL is 37,350 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is 1988 SL ULEZ compliant?

No, 1988 SL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1988 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.0L Petrol · 1988 SL

1988 SL

1988 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1988. Recorded mileage 37,350 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Year / Origin: 1988
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 25/03/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 37,350 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 25/03/2025

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Mileage: 37,350 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1988
Engine: 2962cc

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1988 SL Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2024
37,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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1988 SL Mileage History

02/08/200532,099 mi
31/07/200632,494 mi+395 mi
27/07/200732,729 mi+235 mi
11/07/200832,891 mi+162 mi
24/07/200933,040 mi+149 mi
21/07/201033,104 mi+64 mi
04/07/201133,248 mi+144 mi
26/07/201233,361 mi+113 mi
19/07/201333,488 mi+127 mi
23/07/201433,523 mi+35 mi
03/08/201533,558 mi+35 mi
08/08/201634,343 mi+785 mi
28/06/201834,547 mi+204 mi
07/01/202134,897 mi+350 mi
07/01/202134,897 mi
19/03/202236,175 mi+1,278 mi
28/02/202336,880 mi+705 mi
26/03/202437,350 mi+470 mi

Average of roughly 282 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

1988 SL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 13:20

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Mercedes-Benz Sl (1988 SL) between August 2005 and March 2024.

The record contains 17 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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