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B1 CKA

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,606 mi
Last recorded138,606 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 CKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 138,606 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 137,821 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 131,818 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 126,305 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 121,011 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 121,011 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 117,569 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 115,617 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 112,055 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 107,715 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 107,715 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 100,859 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 87,513 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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B1 CKA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B1 CKA, 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 B1 CKA registered?

B1 CKA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is B1 CKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 CKA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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