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P150 TGP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

122,430 mi
Last recorded122,430 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP150 TGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2020 122,430 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 118,172 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 118,172 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 113,275 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 109,978 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 109,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 107,906 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 107,906 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 106,677 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 105,881 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 102,151 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 99,880 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 97,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2008 91,873 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 88,826 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 80,837 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 TGP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P150 TGP, 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 P150 TGP registered?

P150 TGP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P150 TGP safe to buy?

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