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P423 WGS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,360 mi
Last recorded74,360 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP423 WGS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2026 74,360 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 72,839 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 72,157 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 70,035 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 68,862 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 67,740 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 66,823 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 65,689 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 64,764 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 62,642 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 62,192 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 May 2014 60,877 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 59,110 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 58,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 54,607 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 52,715 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 51,992 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 49,823 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 48,694 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 47,058 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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P423 WGS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P423 WGS, 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 P423 WGS registered?

P423 WGS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P423 WGS safe to buy?

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