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P496 ECE

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

155,133 mi
Last recorded155,133 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP496 ECE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 155,133 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 155,133 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 153,352 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 152,602 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 152,602 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 147,638 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber upper mounting beginning to deteriorate

Offside Front shock absorber upper mounting torn

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Steering pivot point has slight play idle pivot (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 147,638 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber upper mounting beginning to deteriorate

Offside Front shock absorber upper mounting torn

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Steering pivot point has slight play idle pivot (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 142,734 miles

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

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view Drivers door mirror (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 136,844 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 132,379 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 127,865 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Nov 2013 127,865 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 122,244 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

light in boot not working

Pass 13 Dec 2011 118,403 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 118,403 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

O/S/R tyre depth 1.8mm

One N/S washer jet blocked

Pass 17 Dec 2010 116,054 miles

rear tyres worn low on edges

Fail 6 Dec 2010 116,054 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

rear tyres worn low on edges

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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P496 ECE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P496 ECE, 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 P496 ECE registered?

P496 ECE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P496 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P496 ECE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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