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R201 OWT

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,827 mi
Last recorded37,827 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 OWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 37,827 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 37,230 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 36,852 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 35,568 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 34,115 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 33,244 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 33,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,081 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded

Offside Door mirror glass discoloured

Pass 4 Sep 2018 32,278 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 31,625 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 27,681 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 20,297 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 20,071 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 19,850 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 19,718 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 19,685 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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R201 OWT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R201 OWT, 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 R201 OWT?

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What year was R201 OWT registered?

R201 OWT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R201 OWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 OWT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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