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P649 YGD

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,276 mi
Last recorded61,276 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP649 YGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2026 61,276 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 59,004 miles

Underside coated in underseal

Pass 19 Jun 2024 58,428 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 57,555 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 57,240 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2020 56,863 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 56,424 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 56,071 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 54,898 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 53,905 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,296 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,703 miles

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

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

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

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

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,011 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 48,024 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 46,390 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,958 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 42,483 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 40,254 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 38,393 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 36,214 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge & tread depth near to 1.6mm at this edge

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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P649 YGD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P649 YGD, 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 P649 YGD registered?

P649 YGD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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