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P47 VTL

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,629 mi
Last recorded69,629 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 VTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 69,629 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 68,587 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 63,701 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 60,437 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 59,006 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 55,991 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 50,109 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 46,311 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 46,311 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 44,193 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 43,842 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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P47 VTL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P47 VTL, 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 P47 VTL?

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What year was P47 VTL registered?

P47 VTL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P47 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 VTL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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