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A61 AMG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

157,149 mi
Last recorded157,149 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA61 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 157,149 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 157,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 155,649 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust poor condition temp repair centre and rear

Fail 4 Dec 2023 155,609 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

General under body corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2022 153,863 miles

Central fuel pipes corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

centre exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2021 150,793 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded FUEL PIPE ()

Nearside Front FOG LAMP INOPERATIVE

Rear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 150,786 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded DIESEL PIPE ()

Nearside Front FOG LAMP INOPERATIVE

Rear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 148,727 miles

Nearside center floor corroded

parking brake travel needs reducing

Pass 13 Dec 2019 146,227 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 141,314 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 135,529 miles

both sides rear coil springs /unable to view fully

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted and centre exhaust system corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2017 135,470 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken off (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rears worn on inner edges /replace now (4.1.E.1)

both sides rear coil springs /unable to view fully

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted and centre exhaust system corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2016 128,698 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 128,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 122,658 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 122,658 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 117,263 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 117,263 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 111,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 104,284 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 140,276 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise of slight play in most rear suspension bushes

Pass 7 Dec 2011 98,355 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 93,314 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 88,740 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 83,326 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 76,267 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 70,703 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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A61 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A61 AMG, 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.

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What year was A61 AMG registered?

A61 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A61 AMG safe to buy?

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