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G11 NYT

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,560 mi
Last recorded55,560 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 NYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 55,560 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 55,503 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 55,325 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 55,226 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 55,088 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 54,763 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,527 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 54,177 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 52,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 52,595 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 51,515 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 51,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 50,373 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 49,363 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 48,120 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 46,820 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 44,122 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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G11 NYT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G11 NYT, 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 G11 NYT registered?

G11 NYT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is G11 NYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 NYT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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