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R927 JKP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,705 mi
Last recorded59,705 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR927 JKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2022 59,705 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 58,860 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 58,820 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 58,820 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 58,783 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 58,268 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 56,869 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 55,967 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 54,785 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 53,831 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 52,722 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 51,937 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 50,529 miles

Both rear brake flexi hoses perishing

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2010 50,152 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 49,082 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 46,539 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 45,689 miles

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

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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R927 JKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R927 JKP, 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 R927 JKP registered?

R927 JKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R927 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R927 JKP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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