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2 WB

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

131,874 mi
Last recorded131,874 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 WB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 131,874 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 131,769 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2023 131,176 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 131,159 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 130,730 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside-offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear fuel pipe corroded from fuel tank

Pass 29 Jul 2021 130,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 130,441 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 130,326 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 130,180 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 129,867 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

centre exhaust box is rusty

Pass 24 Aug 2016 129,140 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 128,707 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 128,096 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 127,612 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 126,650 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2012 126,650 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 123,470 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 119,761 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 115,136 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 109,717 miles

Tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 16 Jun 2006 101,636 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 101,569 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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2 WB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 2 WB, 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

How do I check the history of 2 WB?

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What year was 2 WB registered?

2 WB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 2 WB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 WB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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