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P329 EAB

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,766 mi
Last recorded65,766 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 EAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 65,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2025 57,752 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 57,752 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 49,154 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 49,154 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 42,800 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 38,775 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 30,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 28,494 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 24,875 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 24,031 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 20,018 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,147 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 18,688 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,688 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 18,436 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,346 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,287 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,153 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 18,028 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 17,597 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 16,983 miles

rear brakes noisy

slight imbalance front brakes

sticker in swept area ,but not affecting view to front

Pass 18 Jan 2007 16,738 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 15,699 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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P329 EAB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P329 EAB, 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 P329 EAB registered?

P329 EAB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P329 EAB safe to buy?

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