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P418 MLY

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,618 mi
Last recorded123,618 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP418 MLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2009 123,618 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

dampness on pas box

Pass 28 Jun 2008 99,357 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

small chips in front screen

Pass 19 Jun 2007 88,304 miles

engine bay covered by undertray

light corrosion forming in exhaust system

n/s/f fog lamp not working

n/s/f indicator lens loose fitting

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

sill panels covered by trim

Pass 23 Jun 2006 85,413 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

damage n/s/rear tyre

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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P418 MLY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P418 MLY, 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 P418 MLY registered?

P418 MLY is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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