MOT Status
ValidMileage
28,579 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
O/S/F WHEEL ARCH TRIM MISSING.
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fuel cap seal perishing
Nearside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING IDLER ARM BUSHES
Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened SURFACE CORROSION (2.4.G.1)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Fuel cap seal signs of slight cracking.
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Slight play in steering joints.
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Fuel cap seal signs of slight cracking.
Slight play in steering joints.
Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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MBZ 500 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
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 MBZ 500, 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 MBZ 500?
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What year was MBZ 500 registered?
MBZ 500 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is MBZ 500 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MBZ 500 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MBZ 500 have outstanding finance?
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