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PKG 15

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

68,340 mi
Last recorded68,340 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKG 15
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 68,340 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 68,340 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 66,012 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 66,010 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 60,764 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 60,764 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 58,614 miles

O/S HANDBRAKE CABLE CORRODED-OUTER CASING

Fail 17 Nov 2011 58,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

O/S HANDBRAKE CABLE CORRODED-OUTER CASING

Pass 30 Nov 2009 54,286 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 52,367 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 52,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 50,590 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 50,406 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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PKG 15 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PKG 15, 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 PKG 15 registered?

PKG 15 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is PKG 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKG 15 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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