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R456 GCW

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,911 mi
Last recorded29,911 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 GCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 29,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,727 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 29,152 miles

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

vehicle underside heavily undersealed

Pass 5 May 2016 28,354 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 28,200 miles

Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 27,884 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 27,556 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 26,278 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 26,219 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,064 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 24,104 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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R456 GCW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R456 GCW, 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 R456 GCW registered?

R456 GCW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R456 GCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R456 GCW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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