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P122 LKP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,450 mi
Last recorded22,450 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 LKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 22,450 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 22,127 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 22,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 22,069 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 22,069 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 22,026 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 21,988 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 21,948 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 21,948 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,393 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,330 miles

parking brake warning light not illuminating when brake is applied

Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,174 miles

Fuel cap o-ring perished

Rear brake discs pitting

Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,031 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 20,839 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,183 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 19,972 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 19,138 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 18,762 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 18,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 18,088 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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P122 LKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P122 LKP, 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 P122 LKP registered?

P122 LKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P122 LKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P122 LKP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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