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R2 NJL

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

60,204 mi
Last recorded60,204 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 NJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 60,204 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 59,773 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 59,189 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 58,307 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 57,538 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 56,589 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 56,218 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 55,654 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 55,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 54,447 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 53,369 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 52,952 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 50,596 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 50,440 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,255 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 46,757 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 44,961 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 43,202 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 43,201 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,776 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 41,350 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 36,789 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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R2 NJL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R2 NJL, 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 R2 NJL?

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What year was R2 NJL registered?

R2 NJL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R2 NJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 NJL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R2 NJL have outstanding finance?

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