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R3 LOJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,078 mi
Last recorded45,078 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 LOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 45,078 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 44,759 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 44,575 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 44,248 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 40,163 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 37,795 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 37,271 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm has slight play

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 37,271 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm has slight play

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 36,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 35,727 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 35,170 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 35,170 miles

Stop lamp not working Hi-level (1.2.1b)

Offside front tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,671 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 34,668 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 33,962 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 33,962 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2012 32,983 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 32,983 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 32,317 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,378 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 29,981 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2009

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 25,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 20,460 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 18,487 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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R3 LOJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R3 LOJ, 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 R3 LOJ registered?

R3 LOJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R3 LOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 LOJ shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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