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P50 UKH

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,982 mi
Last recorded72,982 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP50 UKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 72,982 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

Engine bay under tray fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Inside rear view mirror slightly insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering idler arm bushes worn, have free play

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil deposits noted on undertray

Parking brake efficiency low

Fail 25 Mar 2026 72,982 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Centre exhaust corroded

Engine bay under tray fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Inside rear view mirror slightly insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering idler arm bushes worn, have free play

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil deposits noted on undertray

Parking brake efficiency low

Pass 9 Aug 2024 72,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake effort low

Play noted in N/S steering arm idler bushes

Several areas under body corrosion present (Suspension, braking, steering, chassis, etc)

Pass 7 Jun 2023 72,037 miles

Interior rear view mirror & housing slightly insecure

Oil deposits noted on engine bay under tray

Steering linkages ball joints gaiters perishing, deteriorating

Under body corrosion present (Exhaust, chassis, etc)

Under trays & covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Fail 6 Jun 2023 72,037 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Interior rear view mirror & housing slightly insecure

Offside (Driver's) door lock/catch mechanism slightly faulty

Oil deposits noted on engine bay under tray

Steering linkages ball joints gaiters perishing, deteriorating

Under body corrosion present (Exhaust, chassis, etc)

Under trays & covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 23 Mar 2022 71,253 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,421 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 64,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 58,397 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 54,672 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,786 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 47,464 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 44,327 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 42,160 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 41,560 miles

ADVISE;N/S/F TYRE LOW.NoPLATE SPACING COULD BE BETTER

Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 36,086 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 35,301 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2008 35,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 33,502 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 33,502 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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P50 UKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P50 UKH, 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 P50 UKH registered?

P50 UKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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