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P547 BPJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,963 mi
Last recorded76,963 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP547 BPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 76,963 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 73,532 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 69,060 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 69,059 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 69,042 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 69,016 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2013 69,016 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 68,995 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 68,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 68,418 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 68,218 miles

windscreen cracked outside zones A and B

Pass 12 Mar 2008 67,360 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 63,023 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 60,342 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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P547 BPJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P547 BPJ, 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 P547 BPJ registered?

P547 BPJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P547 BPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P547 BPJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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