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P720 VVS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

92,240 mi
Last recorded92,240 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP720 VVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 92,240 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 91,851 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 90,971 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 May 2019 90,243 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 89,431 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 87,189 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 84,217 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 84,217 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 80,974 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 78,612 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 75,165 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,300 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 64,911 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 56,689 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 49,228 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 45,560 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 41,587 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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P720 VVS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P720 VVS, 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 P720 VVS?

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What year was P720 VVS registered?

P720 VVS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P720 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P720 VVS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P720 VVS have outstanding finance?

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