£4,256 • £4,000 - £3,000
1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SL 320 AUTO
United Kingdom • 29 Jan 2026 • Lot 30
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 (R129) is presented in Metallic Green Black over Beige leather, with 90,668 miles and a solid service history. It has the desirable M104 straight-six engine and is estimated to sell for £3,000 - £4,000.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in good, usable condition for its age, with moderate wear on the exterior, interior, and wheels. There is mention of a comprehensive history file and maintenance records, but also the possibility of some reconditioning being required. This aligns with a 'Good' condition rating.
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90,668 miles
P565KCC
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RHD
In Brief:
Usable example of an R129 SL 320 in good condition
Finished in Metallic Green Black over a Beige leather interior
Owned by The Vendor for the last 6 years
6 former keepers
Great history file including a wealth of invoices and a stamped service book
Auctioneer's Notes:
A usable and well-presented example of the desirable R129-generation SL 320, this 1997 car offers classic Mercedes engineering with a refined driving experience.
Finished in Metallic Green Black over a contrasting Beige leather interior, it retains a smart appearance and benefits from careful long-term ownership, having been with the current vendor for the past six years.
With its proven mileage and strong history, it represents an attractive entry into R129 ownership.
Maintenance & Condition:
Showing 90,668 miles from new, this SL has been clearly maintained throughout its life.
The accompanying file contains a wealth of invoices relating to servicing, maintenance and general upkeep, along with n...
Points of note
£1,550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,950
Median Price (Since 2020)
£37,520
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Nov 12 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
90,642 miles
Registration Date
1997-05-09
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 13 2025 with 90,642 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Exhaust system deteriorated
- Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front shock absorbers top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
- Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Corrosion on suspension components and floor pan
Passed
On Dec 19 2024 with 89,911 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Exhaust system deteriorated
- Surface corrosion on suspension mounting prescribed areas and floor pan
- Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front shock absorbers top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
Passed
On Dec 13 2023 with 88,604 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust system in poor condition
- Slight corrosion on floor pan and suspension mount prescribed areas
Failed
On Dec 13 2023 with 88,604 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust system in poor condition
- Slight corrosion on floor pan and suspension mount prescribed areas
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Dec 06 2022 with 85,948 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- parts of exhaust deteriorating
- slight blow centre exhaust joint
- surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle
- Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On Nov 03 2021 with 80,356 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Minor:
- Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- general corrosion on underside
Failed
On Oct 27 2021 with 80,352 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- general corrosion on underside
Passed
On Nov 06 2020 with 78,505 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Rear suspension arms corroding
- Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Exhaust deteriorating
- Offside rear floor corroding
Failed
On Nov 05 2020 with 78,503 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Rear suspension arms corroding
- Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Exhaust deteriorating
- Nearside rear floor corroding
Passed
On Jun 19 2019 with 73,971 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- o/s and n/s/f top suspension mounts perished
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle
- parts of exhaust deteriorating
Failed
On Jun 19 2019 with 73,969 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Exhaust system insecure front bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Advisory:
- o/s and n/s/f top suspension mounts perished
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle
- parts of exhaust deteriorating
Passed
On Jul 11 2018 with 73,115 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Both Front tyres are worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edges.
- Both Rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges.
Passed
On Jul 13 2017 with 71,298 miles
Passed
On Jul 08 2016 with 68,740 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Both front tyres are worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edges.
Passed
On Jul 09 2015 with 65,724 miles
Passed
On Jun 30 2014 with 61,751 miles
Passed
On Jul 11 2013 with 59,374 miles
Passed
On Mar 25 2012 with 57,778 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On Jan 05 2011 with 55,724 miles
Passed
On Nov 13 2009 with 55,378 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- rear pads low
- rear tyres 3mm
Passed
On Nov 15 2008 with 54,459 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- rear tyres low
Passed
On Nov 16 2007 with 53,602 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed
On Oct 20 2006 with 51,174 miles
Passed
On Oct 19 2005 with 48,543 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- 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)
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