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R842 DYJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,258 mi
Last recorded63,258 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR842 DYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 63,258 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 62,898 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 62,754 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 62,628 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 62,471 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 62,220 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,852 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 61,557 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 61,230 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 60,752 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 60,329 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 59,725 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 59,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 58,436 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 57,161 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 54,829 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 49,299 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 42,314 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 42,314 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 38,234 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 33,717 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 33,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

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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R842 DYJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R842 DYJ, 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 R842 DYJ registered?

R842 DYJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R842 DYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R842 DYJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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