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P12 PVR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,946 mi
Last recorded103,946 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 PVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 103,946 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 103,364 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 102,187 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 100,436 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 98,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,039 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 97,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

o/s/r tyre worn on sidewall

steering idler arm bush slight play

Fail 25 Aug 2011 97,084 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

o/s/r tyre worn on sidewall

steering idler arm bush slight play

Pass 8 Jul 2010 90,829 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering idler bush slight play

Pass 4 Apr 2009 79,885 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 73,176 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 63,809 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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P12 PVR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P12 PVR, 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 P12 PVR registered?

P12 PVR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P12 PVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P12 PVR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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