1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 2.8L Petrol · P802 DFR
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 1997. Recorded mileage 124,136 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,136 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P802 DFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 124,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P802 DFR 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-Benz Sl (P802 DFR) between October 2021 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
P802 DFR Mileage History
- 26/10/2021123,193 mi
- 26/10/2022123,408 mi+215 mi
- 06/11/2023123,716 mi+308 mi
- 08/04/2025123,953 mi+237 mi
- 08/06/2026124,136 mi+183 mi
Average of roughly 204 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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