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P441 RNA

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,236 mi
Last recorded123,236 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP441 RNA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 123,236 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 115,966 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 108,525 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 108,525 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 100,848 miles

Centre brake lamp disconnected

OSF Tyre tyre damaged in wall

Fail 21 Mar 2014 100,848 miles

Centre brake lamp disconnected

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

OSF Tyre tyre damaged in wall

Pass 11 Mar 2011 95,045 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 89,332 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 89,321 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 89,025 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 79,346 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 79,346 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 69,534 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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P441 RNA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P441 RNA, 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

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What year was P441 RNA registered?

P441 RNA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P441 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P441 RNA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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