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R113 HNE

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,071 mi
Last recorded119,071 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 HNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 119,071 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 111,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 111,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 101,764 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 101,740 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 98,965 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 96,225 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 96,225 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 91,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 84,531 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 73,790 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 67,414 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 62,440 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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R113 HNE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R113 HNE, 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 R113 HNE registered?

R113 HNE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R113 HNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R113 HNE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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