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R2 SJX

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

8,594 mi
Last recorded8,594 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 SJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 8,594 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 8,558 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and both rears perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged both fronts slightly splitting (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 8,516 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 8,514 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 8,499 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 8,472 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 8,458 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 8,382 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 8,304 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 8,184 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 7,997 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 7,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 7,840 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 9,821 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 7,635 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 7,502 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 7,350 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 7,064 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 6,618 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 5,979 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 4,841 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 3,856 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 SJX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue 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 SJX, 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 R2 SJX registered?

R2 SJX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R2 SJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 SJX 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 SJX have outstanding finance?

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