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R36 CGU

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,461 mi
Last recorded107,461 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 CGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 107,461 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 107,461 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 105,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2023 104,465 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 103,039 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 101,392 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 98,737 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 96,866 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 91,611 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 88,341 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 85,533 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

replacments plates must conform to correct standard as in testing guide

Pass 1 Aug 2014 63,139 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 61,911 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 59,988 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fuel cap seal just starting to crack

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leaking from back of engine

Steering damper has negligible dampening effect

Wiperblade not clearing that well

Pass 4 Feb 2013 59,988 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fuel cap seal just starting to crack

Oil leaking from back of engine

Steering damper has negligible dampening effect

Wiperblade not clearing that well

Pass 22 Feb 2012 56,835 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 49,979 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 44,776 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 35,053 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 35,053 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear flexi brake hoses ferrells corroded

sligh rear diff oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2007 34,055 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 33,196 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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R36 CGU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R36 CGU, 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 R36 CGU registered?

R36 CGU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R36 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 CGU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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