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R214 ECT

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,143 mi
Last recorded86,143 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 ECT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 May 2026 86,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 85,912 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 85,755 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 85,677 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 85,503 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 85,411 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 85,346 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 85,134 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 84,987 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 84,705 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 84,328 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 83,398 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 82,869 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 81,737 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front windscreen washer jets slightly blocked

Pass 14 Dec 2009 78,420 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 76,103 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 73,347 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 71,298 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 70,945 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 68,730 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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R214 ECT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R214 ECT, 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

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What year was R214 ECT registered?

R214 ECT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R214 ECT safe to buy?

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