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B4 JSA

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,718 mi
Last recorded127,718 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 JSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 127,718 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 127,713 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 127,534 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 127,379 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 126,977 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 126,860 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 126,729 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 126,729 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 126,558 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 126,002 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 121,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 121,984 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 117,611 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 117,077 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 116,717 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 115,975 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 115,177 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 112,272 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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B4 JSA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B4 JSA, 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 B4 JSA registered?

B4 JSA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B4 JSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 JSA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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