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777 FYB

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,062 mi
Last recorded53,062 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration777 FYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2022 53,062 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,932 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,782 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 52,710 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2016 52,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 52,080 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 51,763 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 51,156 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 50,345 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 49,514 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 48,274 miles

Front body tie rod rubber mounts broken.

Pass 23 Feb 2009 47,469 miles

Centre brake light not working.

Centre mounts on o/s and n/s body tie bars broken.

O/s and n/s/rear brake hose ferrules rusty.

Pass 5 Mar 2008 46,059 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 45,286 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 44,595 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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777 FYB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 777 FYB, 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 777 FYB registered?

777 FYB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 777 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 777 FYB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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