1998 Mercedes SLK 230 Kompressor Auto 2.3L Petrol · S730 JGX

This 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Kompressor currently holds an expired roadworthiness status, given that the single recorded test date of July 2, 2022, occurred over four years ago relative to today in August 2026. A clean pass with zero defects noted on that single historical entry provides limited insight into the current mechanical condition, leaving the ongoing maintenance trend largely unproven. Without intervening test data, the vehicle cannot be considered immediately roadworthy until a fresh MOT test is successfully completed. The recorded mileage stands at 78,298 miles, averaging approximately 2,796 miles per year over the vehicle's twenty-eight-year lifespan. This low annual mileage indicates exceptionally light historical usage, but the complete absence of MOT records between July 2022 and the present day suggests the car has likely spent extended periods standing in storage. Prolonged inactivity frequently leads to specific preservation issues rather than heavy wear from use, notably battery degradation, fuel staling, and seizing mechanical components. Physical inspection must prioritize components vulnerable to age-related deterioration and prolonged static storage, specifically checking for perished rubber suspension bushes, flexible brake hose cracking, and binding brake calipers. The structural integrity of the chassis and subframes demands thorough scrutiny on a vehicle of this age, particularly around known corrosion traps beneath the floorpan and jacking points. Prospective buyers should also verify the operation of the folding hardtop mechanism and inspect the supercharger drive belt and associated pulleys for signs of perishing before committing to a purchase.