1997 Mercedes SL 5.0L Petrol · P220 DPB
1997 Mercedes SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1997. Recorded mileage 47,568 miles. MOT valid until 20/05/2027. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/05/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,568 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 4973cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
P220 DPB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 47,568 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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P220 DPB Mileage History
- 23/09/202144,584 mi
- 06/10/202245,098 mi+514 mi
- 08/03/202445,570 mi+472 mi
- 01/05/202546,434 mi+864 mi
- 22/05/202647,568 mi+1,134 mi
Average of roughly 640 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P220 DPB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes Sl (P220 DPB) between September 2021 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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