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P460 OVU

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,825 mi
Last recorded69,825 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 OVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 69,825 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 68,721 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 68,674 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 66,012 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 65,204 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,465 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 63,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 62,189 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 60,906 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 58,808 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,993 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,521 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 52,292 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 50,148 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 48,130 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 46,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 42,620 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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P460 OVU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P460 OVU, 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 P460 OVU registered?

P460 OVU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P460 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P460 OVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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