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P993 GPE

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

159,654 mi
Last recorded159,654 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP993 GPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 159,654 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 158,800 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 158,068 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 155,797 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 149,352 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 145,560 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 143,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 141,124 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 137,998 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 135,307 miles

Front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2013 132,273 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 127,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 121,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 113,973 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 108,907 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 107,545 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 101,850 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 101,850 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 96,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 96,938 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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P993 GPE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P993 GPE, 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.

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What year was P993 GPE registered?

P993 GPE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P993 GPE safe to buy?

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