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R602 BAN

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,609 mi
Last recorded77,609 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 BAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 77,609 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 77,198 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 75,041 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 70,578 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2022 70,082 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 68,907 miles

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

light corrosion to all shocks & springs

Pass 14 May 2019 68,892 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 68,733 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 68,669 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 86,813 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 68,277 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 68,201 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 68,150 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 67,963 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 67,336 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 66,477 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 60,190 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 56,531 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 55,539 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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R602 BAN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R602 BAN, 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 R602 BAN registered?

R602 BAN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R602 BAN safe to buy?

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