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R36 RBD

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

91,624 mi
Last recorded91,624 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 91,624 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under sealed

Pass 26 Jul 2025 91,533 miles

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

undersealed

Pass 26 Aug 2024 91,472 miles

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

undersealed

Pass 26 Aug 2023 91,360 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

trimming doesn't allow a check of both outer sills

Fail 26 Aug 2023 91,359 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

trimming doesn't allow a check of both outer sills

Pass 25 Aug 2022 90,857 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 90,682 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 90,518 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 90,193 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 89,683 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 88,180 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 85,102 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 84,037 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 82,270 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 78,531 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 78,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 74,657 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 74,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 70,910 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 69,443 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 62,630 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 62,630 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 101,502 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 95,789 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 92,680 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 RBD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 RBD, 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 RBD registered?

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

Is R36 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 RBD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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