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R353 JKO

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,781 mi
Last recorded65,781 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 JKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 65,781 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 64,207 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 63,260 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 63,237 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 63,237 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 63,182 miles

parking brake just met efficiency limit, it's appear they might need repair.

Fail 19 Aug 2013 63,166 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 63,166 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 63,079 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 61,646 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 61,646 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 59,594 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 59,000 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 57,169 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 56,431 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2006 49,997 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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R353 JKO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R353 JKO, 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 R353 JKO registered?

R353 JKO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R353 JKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 JKO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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