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B19 DWN

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,114 mi
Last recorded71,114 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 DWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 71,114 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 64,106 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 59,788 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 57,300 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 56,728 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 54,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 54,568 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,867 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 52,778 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 52,504 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 6 Oct 2015 52,504 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2014 51,848 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2013 51,484 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2012 51,404 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 51,206 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 50,861 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 50,406 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust middle box outer skin deteriorated

nearside and offside steering rack arms have slight play

Pass 7 Oct 2008 49,537 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 48,219 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 47,342 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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B19 DWN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B19 DWN, 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

How do I check the history of B19 DWN?

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What year was B19 DWN registered?

B19 DWN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is B19 DWN safe to buy?

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