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P150 GPD

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,194 mi
Last recorded43,194 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP150 GPD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 43,194 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 42,997 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 42,785 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 42,677 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,291 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 40,987 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 40,632 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,023 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 39,023 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 35,424 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 9 Apr 2014 35,424 miles

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

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 33,283 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 32,696 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 31,236 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 29,611 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 20,819 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,857 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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P150 GPD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P150 GPD, 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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How do I check the history of P150 GPD?

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What year was P150 GPD registered?

P150 GPD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P150 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P150 GPD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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