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AGT 509W

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,246 mi
Last recorded59,246 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGT 509W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 59,246 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 58,936 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 58,571 miles

some small leaks on exhaust system

Pass 10 Nov 2020 58,023 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 57,085 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 57,085 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2018 55,614 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 54,657 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 54,030 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 53,277 miles

N/S/F outer sill corroded

N/S/F tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

O/S/F inner wheel arch/outer sill corroded

Pass 23 May 2014 52,644 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 52,000 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 52,000 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 49,450 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 48,481 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 48,481 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2010 47,263 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 46,007 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2008 45,305 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 44,720 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 43,500 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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AGT 509W is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AGT 509W, 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 AGT 509W registered?

AGT 509W is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is AGT 509W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGT 509W shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AGT 509W have outstanding finance?

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