
Mercedes-Benz 208 D
Turquoise · Diesel · 1998 · 2,299 cc
S98 SLSMOT history
S98 SLS is a turquoise diesel Mercedes-Benz 208 D first used on 20 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,203 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 159,203 mi
- At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 21 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 4,490 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S98 SLS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- 208 D
- Colour
- Turquoise
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,299 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 20 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S98 SLS was last recorded at 159,203 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 158,949 miles · 18 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 254 miles
- Average per year
- 4,490 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 159,203 miles
- 2025 – 158,949 miles
- 2024 – 158,501 miles
- 2023 – 157,489 miles
- 2022 – 156,723 miles
- 2020 – 149,301 miles
- 2019 – 140,035 miles
- 2018 – 131,037 miles
- 2017 – 130,883 miles
- 2016 – 130,375 miles
- 2015 – 126,468 miles
- 2014 – 121,748 miles
- 2013 – 116,392 miles
- 2012 – 111,014 miles
- 2011 – 105,381 miles
- 2010 – 99,313 miles
- 2009 – 93,046 miles
- 2008 – 86,194 miles
- 2007 – 79,369 miles
- 2006 – 72,087 miles
- 2005 – 64,066 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced areas undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Parts undersealed
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
26 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass159,203 miles (+254)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 159,203 miles
- Test number
- 212690084990
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced areas undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass158,949 miles (+22)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 158,949 miles
- Test number
- 793068747900
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryAreas heavily undersealed
Fail158,927 miles (+426)6 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,927 miles
- Test number
- 567337891966
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryAreas undersealed
Pass158,501 miles (+8)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 158,501 miles
- Test number
- 438365156768
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryParts undersealed
Fail158,493 miles (+1,004)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,493 miles
- Test number
- 923348233414
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box burst (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass157,489 miles (+15)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 157,489 miles
- Test number
- 697269194122
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryParts undersealed
Fail157,474 miles (+751)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,474 miles
- Test number
- 575689563899
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg beside radiator (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced leg underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt outer
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryParts undersealed
Pass156,723 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 May 2023
- Odometer
- 156,723 miles
- Test number
- 163643466629
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail156,721 miles (+7,420)10 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,721 miles
- Test number
- 209060109645
- MajorFront Brake cable damaged frayed (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass149,301 miles (+9,266)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 149,301 miles
- Test number
- 225579610575
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass140,035 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 140,035 miles
- Test number
- 100965766958
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail140,030 miles (+8,993)7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,030 miles
- Test number
- 896432859497
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both main at sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass131,037 miles (+154)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 131,037 miles
- Test number
- 416395601243
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,883 miles (+508)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 130,883 miles
- Test number
- 142705851357
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,375 miles (+3,907)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 130,375 miles
- Test number
- 368467913003
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,468 miles (+4,720)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 126,468 miles
- Test number
- 753334464746
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass121,748 miles (+5,356)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 121,748 miles
- Test number
- 478276124212
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass116,392 miles (+5,378)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 116,392 miles
- Test number
- 828414133253
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,014 miles (+5,633)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 111,014 miles
- Test number
- 528850132260
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,381 miles (+6,068)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 105,381 miles
- Test number
- 968811831238
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass99,313 miles (+6,267)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 99,313 miles
- Test number
- 843402830255
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass93,046 miles (+6,852)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 93,046 miles
- Test number
- 503133839205
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteREAR NO PLATE DISCOLOURED
Pass86,194 miles (+6,825)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 86,194 miles
- Test number
- 342963138281
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass79,369 miles (+7,282)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 79,369 miles
- Test number
- 850529627242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,087 miles (+8,021)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 72,087 miles
- Test number
- 713790336230
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,066 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2006
- Odometer
- 64,066 miles
- Test number
- 944079225282
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S98 SLS
- Does S98 SLS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S98 SLS is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S98 SLS?
- The MOT on S98 SLS is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S98 SLS done?
- S98 SLS was recorded at 159,203 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 4,490 miles a year.
- Has S98 SLS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S98 SLS has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on S98 SLS ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on S98 SLS find?
- S98 SLS passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.
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