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P633 RYM

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,574 mi
Last recorded40,574 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP633 RYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 40,574 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 39,984 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 38,835 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 38,116 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 37,940 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 37,538 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 37,538 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 37,195 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 37,175 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 36,861 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 36,624 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,376 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 36,232 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake discs corroded and slight pitting

Pass 17 Feb 2009 36,217 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 34,849 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

lift steering idler

nearside front indicator pale

Fail 26 Feb 2008 34,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

lift steering idler

nearside front indicator pale

Pass 30 Jan 2007 34,344 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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P633 RYM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P633 RYM, 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.

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What year was P633 RYM registered?

P633 RYM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P633 RYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P633 RYM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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