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P380 TBT

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

69,192 mi
Last recorded69,192 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP380 TBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 69,192 miles

Rear rear differential slight leak

Pass 11 Dec 2020 68,150 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 66,695 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 64,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 64,650 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 62,035 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 62,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure can see cords (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 59,578 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2016 59,575 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 56,175 miles

n/s/f indicator starting to show white light.

o/s/r tyre getting low on outer edge.

Fail 9 Apr 2015 55,889 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

O S R TYRE LOW OUTER EDGE...

Pass 22 May 2014 52,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 50,936 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 50,441 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 49,697 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,233 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 48,232 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 46,576 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,576 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 43,397 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 43,395 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2007 43,389 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 38,815 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 38,810 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 36,861 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 33,880 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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P380 TBT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 P380 TBT, 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 P380 TBT registered?

P380 TBT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P380 TBT safe to buy?

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