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R292 NYG

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

101,031 mi
Last recorded101,031 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 NYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2009 101,031 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 101,031 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 97,710 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2008 97,710 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2007 97,543 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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R292 NYG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R292 NYG, 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 R292 NYG?

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What year was R292 NYG registered?

R292 NYG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R292 NYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R292 NYG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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