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R926 LGN

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

77,942 mi
Last recorded77,942 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR926 LGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 77,942 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 74,518 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 70,969 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 70,095 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 69,383 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 68,552 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 68,490 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 68,221 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer perished

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 66,402 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 63,941 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 63,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 60,031 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 57,496 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 56,082 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 53,844 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 50,516 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 44,081 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 38,544 miles

front discs slightly worn

front wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 14 Dec 2010 38,544 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front discs slightly worn

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 30 Oct 2009 32,041 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,992 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 18,048 miles

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)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 8,878 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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R926 LGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R926 LGN, 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

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What year was R926 LGN registered?

R926 LGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R926 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R926 LGN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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