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R594 XHY

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

87,983 mi
Last recorded87,983 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR594 XHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 87,983 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 86,991 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 85,837 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 83,452 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 82,286 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 81,161 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2016 78,633 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 76,331 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 73,783 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 68,089 miles

all four tyres close to legal limit (2mm)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 61,574 miles

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

slight play ns steering idler

Pass 2 Sep 2011 59,819 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010
Pass 4 Sep 2009 55,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 52,653 miles

bad oil leak from rear axle

oil leak from power sterring box

steering damper weak

Fail 4 Sep 2007 48,924 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

small stone chip in offside headlamp lens

steering damper feels weak

Pass 4 Sep 2007 48,924 miles

small stone chip in offside headlamp lens

steering damper feels weak

Pass 8 Sep 2006 44,759 miles

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

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

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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R594 XHY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R594 XHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R594 XHY registered?

R594 XHY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R594 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R594 XHY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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