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P590 SYE

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,188 mi
Last recorded90,188 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP590 SYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 90,188 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 90,126 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 89,618 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 89,474 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 88,883 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 88,557 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 88,423 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 88,225 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 87,545 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 85,741 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 84,308 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 83,590 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 68,433 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 68,427 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2005 59,897 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 59,897 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P590 SYE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P590 SYE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P590 SYE registered?

P590 SYE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P590 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P590 SYE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P590 SYE have outstanding finance?

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