MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,602 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
Offside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded transverse (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
Offside Front shock absorber dust cover insecure
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded transverse (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
n/s/r tyre wall perished
o/s/f tyre wall perished
rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
n/s/r tyre wall perished
o/s/f tyre wall perished
rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P208 BPG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 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 P208 BPG, 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 P208 BPG?
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What year was P208 BPG registered?
P208 BPG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 February 1997.
Is P208 BPG safe to buy?
The MOT history for P208 BPG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P208 BPG have outstanding finance?
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