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R625 DGJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,282 mi
Last recorded135,282 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR625 DGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 135,282 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2025 134,263 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 133,074 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 131,862 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 130,402 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 128,804 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 126,711 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 125,561 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 125,561 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 124,208 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 123,079 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 122,146 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 120,802 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2014 119,547 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 118,216 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 116,615 miles

Exhaust system slightly corroded

N/S/R CV gaiter slightly deteriorated

N/S/R fuel pipe slightly corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2012 116,321 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 114,376 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 112,872 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 108,406 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 99,400 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 86,641 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 74,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 58,258 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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R625 DGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R625 DGJ, 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

How do I check the history of R625 DGJ?

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What year was R625 DGJ registered?

R625 DGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R625 DGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R625 DGJ shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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