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37 MM

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,050 mi
Last recorded27,050 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration37 MM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 27,050 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 27,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 27,005 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 26,994 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 26,987 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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37 MM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 37 MM, 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 37 MM?

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What year was 37 MM registered?

37 MM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 37 MM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 37 MM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 37 MM have outstanding finance?

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