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AVB 2

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

111,739 mi
Last recorded111,739 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVB 2
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 111,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated with underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside undersealed

Pass 23 Sep 2024 109,671 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 108,371 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 106,934 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 105,248 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 103,771 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 102,304 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 99,681 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 96,412 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 93,458 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 90,707 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 87,143 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 83,720 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 79,910 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 79,910 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 75,909 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 71,353 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 66,437 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 61,471 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 53,668 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 49,198 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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AVB 2 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AVB 2, 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 AVB 2 registered?

AVB 2 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is AVB 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVB 2 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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