1998 Mercedes SLK 2.3L Petrol · S817 AWP
1998 Mercedes SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 1999. Recorded mileage 72,974 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SLK
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,974 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S817 AWP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 72,974 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S817 AWP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mercedes Slk (S817 AWP) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (16 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”.
S817 AWP Mileage History
- 23/03/202465,835 mi
- 28/03/202465,864 mi+29 mi
- 24/03/202569,937 mi+4,073 mi
- 25/03/202569,937 mi
- 30/03/202672,974 mi+3,037 mi
Average of roughly 3,538 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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