1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.2L Petrol · P823 CFR
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.2L, petrol). First registered 14 Mar 1997. Recorded mileage 129,477 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,477 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P823 CFR Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 129,477 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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P823 CFR Mileage History
- 29/05/2024128,965 mi
- 26/07/2025129,374 mi+409 mi
- 19/02/2026129,477 mi+103 mi
Average of roughly 296 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
P823 CFR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz Sl (P823 CFR) between May 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 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: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). 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.
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