1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 2.8L Petrol · S327 GHU
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (2.8L, petrol). First registered 14 Sept 1998. Recorded mileage 44,939 miles. MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,939 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S327 GHU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 44,939 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S327 GHU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mercedes-Benz Sl (S327 GHU) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
S327 GHU Mileage History
- 04/11/202234,856 mi
- 16/11/202337,071 mi+2,215 mi
- 13/11/202441,631 mi+4,560 mi
- 12/11/202544,939 mi+3,308 mi
Average of roughly 3,336 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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