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OKU 175A

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,526 mi
Last recorded5,526 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKU 175A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2014 5,526 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 5,526 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 5,425 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 5,386 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 5,132 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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OKU 175A is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OKU 175A, 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 OKU 175A?

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What year was OKU 175A registered?

OKU 175A is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 June 1997.

Is OKU 175A safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKU 175A shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OKU 175A have outstanding finance?

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