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29 WD

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,671 mi
Last recorded48,671 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration29 WD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 48,671 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 48,638 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 48,552 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 48,467 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 48,434 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 48,313 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 48,248 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 48,152 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 47,998 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 47,825 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 47,747 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 47,609 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 47,423 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 46,836 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 46,209 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 45,500 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,321 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 44,234 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 42,876 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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29 WD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 79,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 29 WD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 29 WD registered?

29 WD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is 29 WD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 29 WD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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