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A9 RUW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

95,822 mi
Last recorded95,822 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 RUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 95,822 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 94,489 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 93,387 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 93,231 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 92,867 miles

Nearside Front Upper Pitman arm has play

Pass 13 Jan 2022 92,047 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 91,819 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 81,866 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 74,694 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 74,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2016 74,292 miles

Front Tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Mar 2015 73,962 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Mar 2014 73,208 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 5 Mar 2013 72,383 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 71,485 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 69,257 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 69,257 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 67,240 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 67,240 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to legal limit

Pass 25 Mar 2009 63,221 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE WALL POOR

Fail 25 Mar 2009 63,221 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE WALL POOR

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 57,742 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 57,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 53,994 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 49,327 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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A9 RUW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 A9 RUW, 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 A9 RUW?

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What year was A9 RUW registered?

A9 RUW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 January 1996.

Is A9 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 RUW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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