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P840 MOT

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

58,349 mi
Last recorded58,349 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP840 MOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 58,349 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 57,603 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 57,603 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 55,014 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 53,937 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 52,480 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 50,326 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 50,326 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 49,076 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 48,278 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 46,396 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 45,659 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 44,225 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 41,873 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 41,003 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 40,096 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 38,318 miles

All 4 tyres perishing / cracking tread area

Pass 24 Aug 2009 36,430 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 34,385 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 32,230 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 30,699 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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P840 MOT 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 90.5%.

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 P840 MOT, 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 P840 MOT registered?

P840 MOT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P840 MOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P840 MOT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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