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A129 JSO

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

58,310 mi
Last recorded58,310 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA129 JSO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 58,310 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe going to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 58,028 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes to rear brake calipers slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2022 57,270 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear brake ferules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes to rear brakes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 55,686 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2021 55,686 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 55,319 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 55,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 54,509 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 50,830 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 50,830 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 49,905 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 42,777 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 35,105 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 34,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 34,002 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Jul 2012 33,540 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2011 31,027 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 28,913 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 28,913 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,033 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 26,949 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 26,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2007 24,980 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 24,980 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 23,881 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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A129 JSO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 A129 JSO, 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 A129 JSO registered?

A129 JSO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A129 JSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A129 JSO shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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