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P719 LDA

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,872 mi
Last recorded78,872 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP719 LDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 78,872 miles

slight oil leak

surface corrosion to all suspension / brake components

Pass 2 Jun 2025 78,483 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 78,391 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 78,233 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 77,127 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 76,500 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 75,594 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 73,288 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 71,474 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 69,451 miles

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

Offside Rear inner tyre wall cracked

Pass 25 Oct 2016 69,196 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 67,763 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 67,029 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 64,939 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 62,657 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 60,324 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 58,808 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 56,339 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 53,642 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 51,223 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 48,656 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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P719 LDA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P719 LDA, 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

How do I check the history of P719 LDA?

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What year was P719 LDA registered?

P719 LDA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P719 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P719 LDA shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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