MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,309 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
wiper blade worn
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Parking brake lever missing (3.1.3a)
Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N297 FKW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 87,421 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 N297 FKW, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was N297 FKW registered?
N297 FKW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 1995.
Is N297 FKW safe to buy?
The MOT history for N297 FKW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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