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R496 JHJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,294 mi
Last recorded153,294 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 JHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2019 153,294 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 150,738 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 147,762 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 144,874 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 142,610 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 135,890 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 134,411 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 129,295 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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R496 JHJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R496 JHJ, 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 R496 JHJ registered?

R496 JHJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R496 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 JHJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R496 JHJ have outstanding finance?

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