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P450 LCC

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,162 mi
Last recorded41,162 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP450 LCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 41,162 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 41,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 41,000 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 40,129 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 39,898 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 39,677 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 39,400 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 39,154 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 38,751 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 37,964 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,102 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 37,060 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,610 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 34,917 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,577 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 34,057 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 33,732 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 33,194 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 32,437 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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P450 LCC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P450 LCC, 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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How do I check the history of P450 LCC?

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What year was P450 LCC registered?

P450 LCC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P450 LCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P450 LCC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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