1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 5.0L Petrol · P822 CPH
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (5.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 129,371 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,371 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P822 CPH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2026
- 129,371 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P822 CPH 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 (P822 CPH) between May 2022 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: Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). 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.
P822 CPH Mileage History
- 18/05/2022118,946 mi
- 17/05/2023121,614 mi+2,668 mi
- 14/05/2024125,277 mi+3,663 mi
- 16/05/2025127,717 mi+2,440 mi
- 12/05/2026129,371 mi+1,654 mi
Average of roughly 2,617 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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