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R720 VOO

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,761 mi
Last recorded121,761 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR720 VOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 121,761 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 121,468 miles

Exhaust corroded

Wiper blade

Pass 9 Nov 2011 121,061 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 118,068 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 114,730 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 99,668 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 99,668 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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R720 VOO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R720 VOO, 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 R720 VOO registered?

R720 VOO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R720 VOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R720 VOO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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