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P889 PLX

1997 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,868 mi
Last recorded66,868 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl79,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP889 PLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2011 66,868 miles

ing key lock inscure

Fail 1 Apr 2011 66,868 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

asr/bas lamp on

ing key lock inscure

off side front indicater lens missing

Pass 20 Mar 2010 64,683 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 60,354 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 55,743 miles

Engine oil level low. Added oil.

Offside front & Offside rear brake disc beginning to corrode.

Windscreen washer fluid bottle empty. Added fluid.

Fail 31 Mar 2007 53,519 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 53,519 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 48,440 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 48,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P889 PLX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P889 PLX, 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 P889 PLX registered?

P889 PLX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P889 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P889 PLX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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