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A17 KPR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,844 mi
Last recorded36,844 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 KPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 36,844 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 36,770 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 36,641 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 36,462 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 36,408 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 36,175 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 35,845 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 34,933 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 34,294 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 33,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 33,508 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 32,876 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 32,573 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 32,114 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 31,682 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 31,348 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 30,707 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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A17 KPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 A17 KPR, 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

How do I check the history of A17 KPR?

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What year was A17 KPR registered?

A17 KPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 January 1996.

Is A17 KPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 KPR shows 17 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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