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CCZ 8969

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,435 mi
Last recorded93,435 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCZ 8969
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 93,435 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 93,420 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded power steering pipe corroded below manifold and visible through inner wheel-arch , very borderline (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides badly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 93,349 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded corroded below manifold (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides perished and borderline (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 93,170 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% recorded , maximum allowance is 30% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded below front exhaust manifold (2.3.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides perished and borderline (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 93,126 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded below front exhaust manifold (2.3.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides perished (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 93,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded below front exhaust manifold (2.3.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides perished (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 93,038 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded below exhaust manifold (2.3.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 92,582 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 92,165 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 90,087 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 89,110 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 88,021 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 86,960 miles

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)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 84,217 miles

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)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2008 81,539 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 78,155 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 79,400 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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CCZ 8969 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CCZ 8969, 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 CCZ 8969 registered?

CCZ 8969 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is CCZ 8969 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCZ 8969 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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