MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,098 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
advise slight play in steering
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
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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P243 CCT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 P243 CCT, 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 P243 CCT registered?
P243 CCT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P243 CCT safe to buy?
The MOT history for P243 CCT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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