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BNZ 27

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,216 mi
Last recorded140,216 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 27
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 140,216 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 140,170 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 136,251 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 19 Jan 2023 136,250 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 132,745 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 132,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 132,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 131,183 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 121,717 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 113,597 miles

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

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

middle exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2015 109,485 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 109,485 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 106,539 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 106,539 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 101,792 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 96,193 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 87,182 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 83,292 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 83,292 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 May 2009 78,912 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 77,930 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 76,939 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 73,255 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 64,301 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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BNZ 27 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BNZ 27, 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 BNZ 27 registered?

BNZ 27 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is BNZ 27 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 27 shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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