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RNN 1X

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,161 mi
Last recorded105,161 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNN 1X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 105,161 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 105,161 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 104,317 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 103,446 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 102,568 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 101,763 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 100,664 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 99,155 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 97,534 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 95,620 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 95,620 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 93,811 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 91,671 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 90,026 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 88,434 miles

catylist exhaust rattling

Pass 31 Jul 2013 86,096 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 84,022 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 82,566 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 80,407 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 77,965 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 77,965 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 74,218 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 71,154 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 66,708 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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RNN 1X is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RNN 1X, 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 RNN 1X registered?

RNN 1X is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is RNN 1X safe to buy?

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