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R36 DKE

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

45,580 mi
Last recorded45,580 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 DKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 45,580 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 44,286 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 42,859 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 41,497 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 40,386 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 39,159 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 38,219 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 37,695 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 36,676 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 34,951 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 32,914 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,664 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 26,388 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 23,710 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 23,684 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 23,240 miles

All tyres have age deteriation cracks but meet min req.

Corrosion on osr floor around drain tube hole outside prescribed area

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,062 miles

All tyres sidewalls deteriated but meet min requirement

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f ball joint boot perished

Pass 4 May 2010 22,569 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres

Pass 6 May 2009 22,087 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 21,329 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 20,575 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 19,859 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 19,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 DKE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DKE, 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 DKE registered?

R36 DKE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R36 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 DKE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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