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P119 PVU

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,967 mi
Last recorded88,967 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 PVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2019 88,967 miles

Front All direction indicators not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2012 88,172 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

x2 rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2011 88,142 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 88,142 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 87,591 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 84,373 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 82,838 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 82,836 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 80,044 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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P119 PVU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P119 PVU, 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 P119 PVU?

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What year was P119 PVU registered?

P119 PVU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P119 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P119 PVU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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