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P604 MCR

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

83,023 mi
Last recorded83,023 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP604 MCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 83,023 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 82,446 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 82,272 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 81,285 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 80,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 78,101 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 16 Apr 2018 77,530 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 28 Apr 2017 74,644 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.

Nearside rear tyre worn down to 2.0mm.

Offside rear tyre worn down to 2.6mm.

Pass 7 May 2016 71,545 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Nearside rear tyre worn down to 2.7mm.

Offside rear tyre worn down to 3.3mm.

Pass 29 Apr 2015 67,460 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 65,982 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 64,553 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 62,723 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 61,267 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 61,240 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 59,150 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 56,333 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 14 Jul 2009 56,327 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front number plate cracked

Fail 9 Jul 2008 53,031 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 53,031 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 50,815 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,310 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 44,083 miles

Front no.plate cracked

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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P604 MCR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P604 MCR, 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 P604 MCR registered?

P604 MCR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P604 MCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P604 MCR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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