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B2 RNP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

91,373 mi
Last recorded91,373 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 RNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 91,373 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 91,373 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 90,376 miles

front direction indicators slightly discoloured

Pass 9 Jan 2024 89,453 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 88,683 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 87,985 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 87,517 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 86,723 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 86,723 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 86,006 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

both front tyres cracked on shoulder

Pass 12 May 2017 85,321 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

both front tyres perished

Pass 12 Apr 2016 85,181 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 84,939 miles

centre exhaust system deteriated-not leaking.

Pass 6 Jan 2014 84,629 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 83,904 miles

both front tyre side walls cracking

nearside rear tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 5 Jan 2012 83,036 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 83,036 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 82,126 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 80,855 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 79,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 78,420 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 76,176 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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B2 RNP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 B2 RNP, 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

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What year was B2 RNP registered?

B2 RNP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is B2 RNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 RNP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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