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C4 PFS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,128 mi
Last recorded97,128 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 PFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 97,128 miles

both rear brake flexi hoses starting to perish slightly

Pass 15 May 2025 96,673 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 96,141 miles

Central exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 94,992 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 94,315 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded (silencer after cats to rear of vehicle)

Pass 10 May 2021 93,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust system corroded (silencer after cats to rear of vehicle)

Pass 26 May 2020 93,218 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear of exhaust system corroded (silencer after cats)

Pass 16 May 2019 92,044 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear of exhaust system corroded (silencer after cats)

Pass 22 May 2018 91,041 miles

lightly corroded exhaust system

Pass 23 May 2017 90,027 miles

Central Upper stop lamp not working

rear section of exhaust system corroded

Pass 31 May 2016 88,953 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 87,643 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 86,235 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

light misting of oil steering damper

Pass 14 May 2013 84,088 miles

both front tyres 3mm

both rear tyres 2mm

Pass 15 May 2012 82,597 miles

both rear tyres getting low on tread

slight play in steering box

srs warning light on

Pass 23 May 2011 79,058 miles

front indicators starting to show white light

o/s/f tyre has slight outer sidewall damage

Pass 18 May 2010 75,422 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 72,304 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 68,926 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 66,036 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 62,127 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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C4 PFS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C4 PFS, 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 C4 PFS registered?

C4 PFS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is C4 PFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 PFS shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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