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P919 KFS

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,577 mi
Last recorded100,577 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP919 KFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 100,577 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 99,442 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 98,593 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 95,309 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 95,123 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 94,939 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 94,401 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 94,028 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 94,015 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 808,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 70,393 miles

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

front brake ballance is out by 13% †

there is a lot of tavel on the park brake

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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P919 KFS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P919 KFS, 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 P919 KFS registered?

P919 KFS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P919 KFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P919 KFS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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