1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.2L Petrol · C7 GNP

The 2025‑12‑03 MOT at 56,411 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, confirming that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standards. The consecutive passes from 2023‑11‑27 through 2025‑12‑03 show a stable maintenance record, with no recurring failures that would indicate worsening condition. The mileage has increased from 39,689 miles in 2014 to 56,411 miles in 2025, a rise of 16,722 miles over eleven years, averaging about 1,519 miles per year; the most recent year (Nov 2024 to Dec 2025) added 2,261 miles, indicating moderate recent use rather than long periods of inactivity. Recurring advisories on the front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers from 2021 through 2023 suggest that the suspension bushes and ball joints may have suffered wear, and the tester flagged binding rear brakes in the 2023 failure, so a buyer should examine the front suspension arms, ball joints, and check for any play or corrosion in the suspension components. The earlier exhaust emission failures in 2014 imply that the exhaust system and lambda sensor may have been marginal, and the repeated tyre wear advisories from 2013 onward point to possible alignment or suspension issues; a thorough inspection of the chassis for structural rust, the condition of the brake discs and pads, and the integrity of the exhaust pipework is essential before purchase.