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SJN 964

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

39,861 mi
Last recorded39,861 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJN 964
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 39,861 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,846 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 39,844 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2024 39,839 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 39,832 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 39,828 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 39,822 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 39,805 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 39,801 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 39,792 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Pass 25 Oct 2016 39,753 miles

engine covers and undertrays covering parts unable to check

Pass 19 Oct 2015 39,593 miles

Covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Oct 2015 39,593 miles

Covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2014 38,527 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,504 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 36,360 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 34,976 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 34,973 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 33,438 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 31,968 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2008 30,445 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 30,445 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 28,475 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 26,055 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 23,682 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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SJN 964 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 SJN 964, 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 SJN 964 registered?

SJN 964 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is SJN 964 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJN 964 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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