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P639 SUW

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,779 mi
Last recorded60,779 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP639 SUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 60,779 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 60,273 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 57,717 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 56,524 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too or from the compensator under o/s/f wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 55,688 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too or from the compensator under o/s/f wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 54,548 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch from/too the compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 53,581 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 52,622 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 51,227 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 50,439 miles

Engine oil leak.

Pass 5 Nov 2014 49,137 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 47,293 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 47,293 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2012 45,847 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 44,418 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 38,910 miles

under egine covered in trim

Pass 23 Jun 2009 36,604 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 33,506 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 30,116 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 26,944 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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P639 SUW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P639 SUW, 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 P639 SUW registered?

P639 SUW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is P639 SUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P639 SUW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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