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F2 GLN

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,011 mi
Last recorded63,011 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF2 GLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,011 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 61,469 miles

centre rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2014 58,327 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 58,327 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 56,907 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 53,888 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 49,211 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,182 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 40,076 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 38,622 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 34,107 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 30,235 miles

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

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

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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F2 GLN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F2 GLN, 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.

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What year was F2 GLN registered?

F2 GLN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is F2 GLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F2 GLN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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