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R882 JGK

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,939 mi
Last recorded113,939 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR882 JGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 113,939 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 113,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 113,389 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 112,325 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 111,364 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 110,850 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 110,284 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 109,796 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 109,198 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 107,874 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 107,090 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 105,873 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 103,907 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2008 103,255 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 102,066 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 99,182 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 95,396 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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R882 JGK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 R882 JGK, 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 R882 JGK registered?

R882 JGK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R882 JGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R882 JGK shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R882 JGK have outstanding finance?

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