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P114 RBP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,025 mi
Last recorded83,025 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP114 RBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 83,025 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2021 82,692 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 79,378 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.06mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.03mm (4.1.E.1)

Slight movement in nearside steering drop arm

Pass 8 Sep 2015 72,368 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 64,166 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 56,127 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 56,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 42,679 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 37,141 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear brake disc slight corrosion/pitting

Pass 6 Sep 2010 34,172 miles

o/s/r brake disc corroded

oil leak from diff seal

Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,427 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 25,428 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 25,428 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 23,111 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 23,111 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,630 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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P114 RBP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P114 RBP, 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 P114 RBP registered?

P114 RBP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P114 RBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P114 RBP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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