MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,761 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
nearside front tyre cut in inner sidewall
Engine covers and under trays fitted
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
corrosion to centre exhaust box outer casing
strong advise! nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded as marked
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
corrosion to centre exhaust
oil around steering box area
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
oil around steering box area
slight corrosion to centre exhaust box
slight corrosion to rear brake pipes
Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
oil around steering box area
slight corrosion to centre exhaust box
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
both tyres wearing on outer edge
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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M500 DKC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 M500 DKC, 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 M500 DKC registered?
M500 DKC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is M500 DKC safe to buy?
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