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G2 PGS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,414 mi
Last recorded67,414 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG2 PGS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 67,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 66,047 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 64,567 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 62,879 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 62,879 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 62,107 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 61,700 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 60,567 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 60,567 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 60,297 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 60,045 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 59,640 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 59,192 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 57,865 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 56,351 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 53,981 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 52,940 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 51,417 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 49,768 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pedal slightly worn

dig in nearside rear outer tyre wall

front bumper slightly damaged

under trays

Pass 25 Nov 2008 47,128 miles

o/s sill cover damaged

pas pipes coroded

Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,827 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 38,704 miles

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)

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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G2 PGS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G2 PGS, 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

How do I check the history of G2 PGS?

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What year was G2 PGS registered?

G2 PGS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is G2 PGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G2 PGS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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