MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,011 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
undertrays fitted obscuring testable items
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
centre stop lamp not working
engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
engine undertray fitted obscuring some components
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()
engine undertray fitted obscuring some components
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
different road wheels fit to front
Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B2 BOU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
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 B2 BOU, 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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How do I check the history of B2 BOU?
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What year was B2 BOU registered?
B2 BOU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 June 1997.
Is B2 BOU safe to buy?
The MOT history for B2 BOU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B2 BOU have outstanding finance?
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