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P994 BCP

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,768 mi
Last recorded37,768 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP994 BCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,768 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 37,746 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,730 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,705 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,683 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 37,593 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 37,541 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 37,314 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 37,231 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 37,083 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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P994 BCP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P994 BCP, 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 P994 BCP registered?

P994 BCP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P994 BCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P994 BCP shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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