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706 DMD

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,014 mi
Last recorded102,014 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration706 DMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 102,014 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 101,490 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 101,028 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 100,802 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 100,413 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 99,926 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 99,379 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 98,452 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 97,549 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 96,135 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 91,257 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 88,507 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 86,022 miles

os/ns front tyres edge low

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

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

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

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 84,311 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 83,314 miles

osf bearing

osf shock weaping

osr bottom bush has play

Pass 10 Aug 2009 79,701 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 76,182 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 71,299 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 66,873 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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706 DMD 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 706 DMD, 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 706 DMD registered?

706 DMD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is 706 DMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 706 DMD 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.

Does 706 DMD have outstanding finance?

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