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A6 HLW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

65,188 mi
Last recorded65,188 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 HLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 65,188 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 65,102 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 65,059 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 64,988 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 64,880 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 64,539 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 64,046 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 63,584 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 63,326 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 18 Jun 2014 63,110 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 62,512 miles

engine oil leak (driping onto alternator).

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 16 May 2012 62,033 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 62,033 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 61,729 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 60,726 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 59,966 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 55,400 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2006 50,817 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 47,752 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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A6 HLW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 A6 HLW, 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 A6 HLW registered?

A6 HLW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is A6 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 HLW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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