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AVI 5103

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests40 (32 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,032 mi
Last recorded77,032 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVI 5103
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

32 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 77,032 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 132,689 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 76,488 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Both nearside & offside (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 118,732 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 113,063 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 76,232 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside & offside (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 103,262 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 103,190 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 75,670 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 97,396 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 75,519 miles

rear shocks hydraulic pipes slightly corroded, nearside & offside

Fail 24 Aug 2020 75,510 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

rear shocks hydraulic pipes slightly corroded, nearside & offside

Pass 13 Dec 2019 90,260 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Aug 2019 74,818 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 81,658 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 74,197 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2018 74,197 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 75,525 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 73,767 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 65,141 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit deep cuts to inner sidewall (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 73,383 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer shoulders (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 73,378 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer shoulders (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 53,817 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 72,511 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 42,385 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,234 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 30,429 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 70,829 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 17,352 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 69,563 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 66,949 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 66,949 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 66,060 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2010 66,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 63,939 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 63,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 62,484 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 61,526 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 61,526 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 60,501 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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AVI 5103 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 40 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 AVI 5103, 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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AVI 5103 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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