MOT Status
ValidMileage
120,940 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front (1.1.11 (c))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded rear to front ()
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear fog lamp appears to be slightly dim when illuminated
Rear registration plate lights are emitting different coloured light
Sound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault ESP/BAS (7.12 (e))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened Suspension strut top mount damaged and holed, also squeaky when steering actuated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Braking system leaking Brake pipe to brake hose appears moist with fluid (1.1.3 (d))
Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour Blue in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear fog lamp appears to be slightly dim when illuminated
Rear registration plate lights are emitting different coloured light
Sound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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5 OOE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 5 OOE, 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 5 OOE registered?
5 OOE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is 5 OOE safe to buy?
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