1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · R602 BAN
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 77,609 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,609 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R602 BAN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 77,609 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R602 BAN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz Sl (R602 BAN) between January 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
R602 BAN Mileage History
- 12/01/202270,082 mi
- 08/02/202370,578 mi+496 mi
- 04/04/202475,041 mi+4,463 mi
- 21/03/202577,198 mi+2,157 mi
- 20/03/202677,609 mi+411 mi
Average of roughly 1,799 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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