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P126 MKK

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

143,173 mi
Last recorded143,173 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 MKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 143,173 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 143,083 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 139,866 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both fronts also have perished top strut mounts. (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bushes perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hoses perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 134,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 131,017 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From Rear Differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 126,548 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 123,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 121,889 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 120,159 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 111,464 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 103,899 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 95,241 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 86,531 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 78,517 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 64,344 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 58,669 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 55,946 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 55,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 52,779 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 49,678 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 45,475 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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P126 MKK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P126 MKK, 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 P126 MKK registered?

P126 MKK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P126 MKK safe to buy?

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