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P220 DEP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,432 mi
Last recorded131,432 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 DEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 131,432 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 127,472 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 122,310 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 119,099 miles

Both rear Coil springs corroded

Exhaust centre box corroded

Fuel lines corroded

High level brake light in op

O/S/F brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2012 119,097 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

ASR/BSR light on dash

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre fuel lines corroaded

exhaust centre box outer skin corroaded

high level brake light bulb inop

Pass 20 Jul 2011 117,954 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

OSR TYRE HAS NAIL IN

REAR SHOCKS WEAK

UNDER BODY CORRODED

Fail 12 Jul 2011 117,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

EXHAUST CORRODED

OSR TYRE HAS NAIL IN

REAR SHOCKS WEAK

UNDER BODY CORRODED

Pass 8 Jun 2010 113,918 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear box corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2009 108,221 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 104,431 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate deterioated

Pass 15 Jun 2007 94,185 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 87,055 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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P220 DEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P220 DEP, 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 P220 DEP?

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What year was P220 DEP registered?

P220 DEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P220 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P220 DEP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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