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P754 LNV

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,168 mi
Last recorded57,168 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP754 LNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 57,168 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 57,114 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 56,971 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 56,920 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 56,663 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear and offside rear brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt centre steering arm nearside ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 56,569 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion to nearside rear and offside rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion and rear oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 56,364 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 55,936 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,450 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 54,950 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 54,613 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 53,776 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 53,017 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 52,931 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 52,290 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 51,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,688 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 49,947 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 48,948 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 47,799 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 46,398 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 44,192 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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P754 LNV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P754 LNV, 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 P754 LNV?

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What year was P754 LNV registered?

P754 LNV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P754 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P754 LNV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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