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R999 YUM

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,037 mi
Last recorded53,037 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR999 YUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 53,037 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 16 Jul 2019 52,907 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 2 Jul 2018 52,346 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 51,606 miles

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Aug 2016 50,329 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 50,325 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 49,403 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 47,822 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,671 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,926 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 43,376 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 42,946 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 42,791 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 42,190 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 40,542 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 39,231 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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R999 YUM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R999 YUM, 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 R999 YUM registered?

R999 YUM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R999 YUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R999 YUM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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