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NOM 9X

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,550 mi
Last recorded48,550 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOM 9X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 48,550 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 47,255 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 45,470 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 45,316 miles

General wear to steering/suspension components

Fail 8 Nov 2016 45,311 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

General wear to steering/suspension components

Pass 27 Nov 2015 44,865 miles

Engine cover + under panels fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,979 miles

Wiper blade slightly smearing

Pass 30 Oct 2013 41,885 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 41,358 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 40,430 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 34,739 miles

long parking brake travel

Fail 17 Jun 2008 34,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

long parking brake travel

nearside front indicator broken

Pass 3 Oct 2007 33,740 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 32,497 miles

Front tyres worn on edges.

Rear tyres on limit.

Small stone chips in screen.

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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NOM 9X is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NOM 9X, 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 NOM 9X registered?

NOM 9X is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is NOM 9X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOM 9X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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