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AIG 9593

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,894 mi
Last recorded75,894 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIG 9593
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 75,894 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 75,779 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 75,760 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 75,711 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 75,711 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 75,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 75,695 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 75,675 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 75,630 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 75,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 75,520 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 75,492 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 74,132 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 74,129 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 22 May 2010 72,771 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 68,635 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 65,379 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 62,196 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 60,005 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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AIG 9593 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AIG 9593, 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 AIG 9593?

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What year was AIG 9593 registered?

AIG 9593 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is AIG 9593 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AIG 9593 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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