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R225 JGF

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,941 mi
Last recorded109,941 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 JGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 109,941 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 105,702 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 105,365 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 105,365 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 100,686 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

can not see bottom of rear springs

Fail 17 Oct 2012 100,686 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

can not see bottom of rear springs

Pass 11 Oct 2011 95,132 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 90,851 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2010 90,851 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Oct 2009 86,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 86,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 82,001 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 77,830 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 72,052 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 72,052 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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R225 JGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R225 JGF, 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 R225 JGF registered?

R225 JGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R225 JGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R225 JGF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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