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P17 OBR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests24 (23 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.8%

Mileage

44,936 mi
Last recorded44,936 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP17 OBR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

23 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 44,936 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 44,751 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 44,466 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 44,221 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 43,909 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 43,859 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 43,700 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 43,325 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 42,653 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 42,085 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 41,485 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 41,244 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 40,150 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 39,515 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 38,904 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Mar 2011 38,064 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 35,812 miles

all tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Mar 2010 35,352 miles

all tyres showing slight wear to inner edges

Pass 7 Mar 2009 33,931 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 33,039 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 33,039 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 32,142 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 31,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 29,090 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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P17 OBR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.8%.

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 P17 OBR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P17 OBR?

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What year was P17 OBR registered?

P17 OBR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P17 OBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P17 OBR shows 24 tests with a 95.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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