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BEZ 166

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,881 mi
Last recorded73,881 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEZ 166
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 73,881 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 72,648 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 71,480 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2022 68,318 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 65,051 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 64,567 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 63,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 63,622 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 63,622 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))

Nearside All direction indicators slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside All direction indicators slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 61,129 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 61,052 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall cracked

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 59,563 miles

sills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses are all still good req wax oil grease through out preventive maintanace does work tel rossi the wax oil kid 01246/851090/2

Fail 30 Jul 2015 59,563 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

sills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses are all still good req wax oil grease through out preventive maintanace does work tel rossi the wax oil kid 01246/851090/2

Pass 4 Aug 2014 55,538 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 55,538 miles

Front Direction indicators missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 53,499 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 52,504 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 50,433 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,055 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 44,491 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 40,922 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 40,091 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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BEZ 166 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,200cc 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 BEZ 166, 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 BEZ 166 registered?

BEZ 166 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is BEZ 166 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEZ 166 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.

Does BEZ 166 have outstanding finance?

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