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M15 LAW

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,974 mi
Last recorded14,974 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM15 LAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2020 14,974 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 14,953 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 14,915 miles

Front and rear suspension components corroded

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 14,834 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,793 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering and suspension components corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2016 14,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2015 14,764 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 14,710 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 51,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 51,782 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,762 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2011 13,722 miles

hand brake requires attention

Pass 24 Apr 2010 13,335 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 13,257 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 13,122 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,937 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,819 miles

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

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

nail in osr tyre

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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M15 LAW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 M15 LAW, 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 M15 LAW registered?

M15 LAW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is M15 LAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M15 LAW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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