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FFT 330

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,524 mi
Last recorded44,524 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFT 330
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 44,524 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 44,510 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2022 44,495 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,114 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/side and o/side rear pads / advise rear brake overhaul (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2017 44,061 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,028 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2016 44,023 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2015 43,850 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 43,539 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 43,306 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease

both front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edge

both front tyres have small cracks in outer tread but no cords showing

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2012 42,733 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 42,148 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 41,570 miles

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

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

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

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

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

offside front brake discs slightly pitted on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2009 39,529 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 37,046 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 34,456 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 33,821 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 30,068 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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FFT 330 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FFT 330, 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 FFT 330 registered?

FFT 330 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is FFT 330 safe to buy?

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