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P300 OSL

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,631 mi
Last recorded96,631 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP300 OSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2014 96,631 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 94,524 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 92,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2011 85,961 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,330 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 79,405 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 78,103 miles

bumpers scratched.

light scratches in windscreen.

slight engine oil leak.

tyres worn to:- o/s/f=4mm,n/s/f=5mm,o/s/r=4mm & ns/r=3mm.Legal limit 1.6mm!

Fail 4 Sep 2008 78,103 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

bumpers scratched.

light scratches in windscreen.

slight engine oil leak.

tyres worn to:- o/s/f=4mm,n/s/f=5mm,o/s/r=4mm & ns/r=3mm.Legal limit 1.6mm!

Pass 11 Sep 2007 72,181 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 63,981 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 63,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 54,838 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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P300 OSL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc 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 P300 OSL, 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 P300 OSL?

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What year was P300 OSL registered?

P300 OSL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P300 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P300 OSL 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.

Does P300 OSL have outstanding finance?

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