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R149 JAR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,758 mi
Last recorded77,758 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 JAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 77,758 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 76,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 73,654 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 72,081 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 69,137 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 66,584 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 65,265 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 65,265 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 62,701 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 62,421 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 62,371 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 62,266 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 61,473 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 61,473 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 59,428 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 59,233 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 59,233 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2006 58,014 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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R149 JAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R149 JAR, 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 R149 JAR registered?

R149 JAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is R149 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 JAR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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