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P820 GCF

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,878 mi
Last recorded47,878 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 GCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 47,878 miles

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

Steering linkage dampener has light misting of oil

Pass 28 Jul 2025 47,872 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering damper (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 47,867 miles

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

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

Steering linkage dampener has light misting of oil

Pass 1 Jun 2023 47,854 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering damper (2.1.5 (a))

park brake travel

Pass 10 Jun 2022 47,831 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering damper (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 47,824 miles

long parking brake travel

Pass 3 May 2017 47,750 miles

long parking brake travel

Pass 14 Apr 2016 47,659 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 47,646 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 47,159 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,845 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 46,225 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front pads worn

Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,084 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 40,048 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 31,383 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 28,033 miles

Front stabilizer bushes split.

General rust build up on suspension.

N/s/f tyre low.

N/s/r tyre perished on outer tyre wall.

Play in front wheel bearings.

Play in steering idler.

Rear brake flexys perished.

Steering damper damp.

front and rear discs getting rusty.

Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,840 miles

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Fail 21 Feb 2006 26,840 miles

Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

surface rust on underside of vehicle

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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P820 GCF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P820 GCF, 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 P820 GCF?

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What year was P820 GCF registered?

P820 GCF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P820 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P820 GCF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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