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M77 HEO

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,040 mi
Last recorded75,040 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM77 HEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 75,040 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 74,644 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 73,371 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 71,627 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 70,076 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 69,043 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 68,269 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 67,647 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 66,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 66,050 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 66,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 64,880 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 61,982 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 58,063 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 51,697 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 49,866 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 48,226 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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M77 HEO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M77 HEO, 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 M77 HEO registered?

M77 HEO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is M77 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M77 HEO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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