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J10 TTY

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,220 mi
Last recorded67,220 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ10 TTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2026 67,220 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering damper (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

Slight play in steering idler bushes

Pass 7 Oct 2025 66,879 miles

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

Steering damper has slight seepage

Pass 7 Oct 2024 66,294 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 65,803 miles

Steering damper leaking

Pass 11 Oct 2022 65,250 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 64,881 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 64,689 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 64,481 miles

offside stop a bit dim

slight oil leak from the rear diff n/s driveshaft seal

Pass 30 Apr 2018 64,198 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2017 63,950 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 63,677 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 63,345 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 63,025 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 62,470 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 61,880 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 61,025 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 59,622 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 57,926 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 56,092 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 54,161 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 51,103 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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J10 TTY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J10 TTY, 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 J10 TTY registered?

J10 TTY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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