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P456 WCK

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,701 mi
Last recorded34,701 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 WCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 34,701 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 34,701 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 34,472 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 34,050 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 34,031 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 33,982 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 33,893 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2013 33,639 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 31,393 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 31,204 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,993 miles

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

washer low level light on dash

Pass 25 Jan 2008 30,637 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 30,637 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 29,846 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 29,458 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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P456 WCK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P456 WCK, 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 P456 WCK registered?

P456 WCK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P456 WCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P456 WCK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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