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P589 UWS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

104,939 mi
Last recorded104,939 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 UWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 104,939 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

exhaust centre box corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2020 104,638 miles

Covers and under-trays obscuring view

Parking brake lever reserve travel low

Pass 15 Apr 2019 104,395 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2018 104,180 miles

centre brake light not working

engine covers under trays fitted

exhaust system corroded at box section

Pass 11 Apr 2017 102,690 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 102,690 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 101,367 miles

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

nearside front tyre slightly worn on both edges

Pass 26 Mar 2015 100,883 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2014 100,415 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 99,601 miles

Rear silencer poor condition

Some wear on both rear tyres on the inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2012 98,385 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2011 96,711 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 96,617 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 91,402 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 85,988 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2007 76,469 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 72,433 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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P589 UWS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P589 UWS, 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 P589 UWS registered?

P589 UWS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P589 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P589 UWS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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