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VWG 35

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

70,557 mi
Last recorded70,557 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWG 35
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 70,557 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 70,304 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 70,071 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 66,424 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 65,649 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 64,879 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 64,005 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 63,090 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 61,630 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 59,758 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 57,123 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 54,373 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 52,981 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 50,362 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 50,362 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

brake discs accetable at time of test

Pass 3 May 2011 50,031 miles

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

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 10 Jun 2010 47,236 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 42,246 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 41,000 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 40,995 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 40,412 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 34,313 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,579 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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VWG 35 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green 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 VWG 35, 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 VWG 35 registered?

VWG 35 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is VWG 35 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWG 35 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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