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3 ROR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,436 mi
Last recorded34,436 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 ROR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 34,436 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 33,866 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 33,265 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 33,205 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Fuel system component leaking around tank/ filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 33,161 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 33,028 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 32,668 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 32,668 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 32,277 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 32,093 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 30,674 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 30,674 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 28,296 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 28,296 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 28,017 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 27,618 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 27,475 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 27,423 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 27,364 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 27,295 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 27,218 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 27,089 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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3 ROR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc 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 3 ROR, 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.

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What year was 3 ROR registered?

3 ROR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 3 ROR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 ROR 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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