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R389 GGR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,876 mi
Last recorded71,876 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 GGR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 71,876 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 71,812 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 69,165 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 66,105 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 65,940 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 65,782 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 65,089 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 61,221 miles

slight oil seepage from steering box area ( unable to determine location )

Pass 10 Jul 2018 56,370 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 51,613 miles

engine cover fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2017 47,450 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 46,806 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 42,157 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 42,157 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 40,644 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 37,747 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 34,727 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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R389 GGR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R389 GGR, 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 R389 GGR registered?

R389 GGR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R389 GGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 GGR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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