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1 LNK

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,409 mi
Last recorded31,409 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 LNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 31,409 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 31,109 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 30,175 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 28,020 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 28,011 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 27,383 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 27,003 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 26,207 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,187 miles

fuel cap seal cracked

Pass 13 May 2016 24,307 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 22,707 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 21,707 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 20,527 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 19,764 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 18,592 miles

condition of all four tyres borderline cracking

Pass 6 Apr 2009 17,733 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 15,565 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 14,710 miles

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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1 LNK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 1 LNK, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1 LNK registered?

1 LNK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is 1 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 LNK shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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