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P458 TVG

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

244,773 mi
Last recorded244,773 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP458 TVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 244,773 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 238,848 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 229,689 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 222,241 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 218,443 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 211,826 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 206,753 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 198,410 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 190,018 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 181,111 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 171,129 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

high level brake light not working

Fail 23 Sep 2009 171,129 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

high level brake light not working

Pass 25 Sep 2008 160,758 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 151,265 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 143,187 miles

front number plate cracked

steering damper weaping

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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P458 TVG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P458 TVG, 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 P458 TVG registered?

P458 TVG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is P458 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P458 TVG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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