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R526 FSF

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

66,413 mi
Last recorded66,413 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR526 FSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 66,413 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 64,499 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 57,436 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 56,047 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 56,023 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 55,994 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 55,934 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 55,765 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 55,551 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 55,786 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 54,900 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 54,258 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 54,258 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 53,722 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 53,078 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 52,441 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 52,109 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 50,857 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 48,703 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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R526 FSF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R526 FSF, 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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How do I check the history of R526 FSF?

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What year was R526 FSF registered?

R526 FSF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R526 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R526 FSF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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