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P380 YGN

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

65,082 mi
Last recorded65,082 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP380 YGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 65,082 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 29 Aug 2025 65,016 miles

ALL TYRES PERISHED

Pass 26 Sep 2024 64,789 miles

Engine damp with oil

Front and rear tyres perished in tread

Pass 23 Aug 2023 63,818 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 62,634 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2021 61,952 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 60,538 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 59,906 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 56,217 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 56,217 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 53,467 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 53,178 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 52,711 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 52,711 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 52,229 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 52,113 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 48,177 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 48,177 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 46,404 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 42,839 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 39,224 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 35,788 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 35,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 YGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P380 YGN, 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 P380 YGN?

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What year was P380 YGN registered?

P380 YGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P380 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P380 YGN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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