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R294 ECR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,504 mi
Last recorded35,504 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 ECR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 35,504 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 34,864 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 34,587 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s, O/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 33,527 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 32,545 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 31,182 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 30,074 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 28,793 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 27,121 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 27,023 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 23,095 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 22,207 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 20,767 miles

Washer bottle light on

Fail 8 Jan 2013 20,767 miles

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

Washer bottle light on

Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,827 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 16,718 miles

Fuel tank cap rubber seal is starting to perish

Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,790 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,866 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,280 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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R294 ECR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R294 ECR, 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 R294 ECR registered?

R294 ECR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R294 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 ECR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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