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R653 CUM

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,153 mi
Last recorded110,153 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 CUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 110,153 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 109,973 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 107,985 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 107,631 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 106,925 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 106,018 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 104,090 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 103,659 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 102,399 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 23 Jan 2012 99,450 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 23 Jan 2012 99,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 25 Nov 2010 97,769 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 96,670 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 94,443 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 91,239 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 80,568 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 66,483 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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R653 CUM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R653 CUM, 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 R653 CUM registered?

R653 CUM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R653 CUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R653 CUM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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