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R124 ATR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

64,182 mi
Last recorded64,182 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 ATR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 64,182 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 64,104 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 63,820 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 63,497 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 63,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 62,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 61,840 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 61,598 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 60,966 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2017 59,483 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 57,466 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 57,465 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 54,982 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 53,938 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 52,216 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 50,952 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 49,564 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 45,605 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 43,505 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 43,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 42,838 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

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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R124 ATR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R124 ATR, 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 R124 ATR?

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What year was R124 ATR registered?

R124 ATR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R124 ATR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 ATR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R124 ATR have outstanding finance?

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