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M5 KMH

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

88,913 mi
Last recorded88,913 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 KMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 88,913 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 85,268 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 85,224 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 85,166 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid lines coated in grease preventing full inspection. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 85,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid lines coated in grease preventing full inspection. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 83,974 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 79,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,572 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2017 75,460 miles

Nearside Rear brake hose cracking slightly

Offside Rear brake hose cracking slightly

Oil leak

brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

exhaust silencer skin deteriorated slightly

Fail 3 Apr 2017 75,459 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake hose cracking slightly

Offside Rear brake hose cracking slightly

Oil leak

brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

exhaust silencer skin deteriorated slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2015 70,295 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

anti slip on footr brake slighty worn

Fail 8 Apr 2015 70,277 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

all rear suspension arm bushes worn

anti slip on foot brake slighty worn

nsf tyre worn on inside edg

Pass 9 Apr 2014 64,586 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 60,928 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 60,928 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 54,895 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 52,987 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 47,484 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 45,065 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 40,914 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 38,479 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 38,479 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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M5 KMH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M5 KMH, 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

How do I check the history of M5 KMH?

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What year was M5 KMH registered?

M5 KMH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is M5 KMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 KMH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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