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D35 MKH

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

105,680 mi
Last recorded105,680 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD35 MKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 105,680 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 105,162 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 105,129 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 104,081 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 103,032 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 102,498 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 101,822 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 100,831 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 99,514 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 99,514 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 97,365 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 94,965 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 92,036 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 89,735 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 85,811 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 85,811 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 82,698 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 78,810 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 74,830 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 71,022 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 66,258 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 61,246 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 57,348 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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D35 MKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 D35 MKH, 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 D35 MKH registered?

D35 MKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is D35 MKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D35 MKH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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