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P28 MPW

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,942 mi
Last recorded111,942 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 MPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 111,942 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 106,636 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 105,605 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 102,417 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 100,727 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 98,273 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all tyres age cracked

both rear tyres on legal limit will need replacing soon

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge will need replacing soon

n/s/r jacking pad missing

Pass 26 Sep 2011 95,743 miles

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

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

both front tyres age cracking

Pass 4 Oct 2010 92,407 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 92,407 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 92,009 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 88,444 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 85,499 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 80,263 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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P28 MPW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P28 MPW, 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 P28 MPW registered?

P28 MPW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P28 MPW safe to buy?

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