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B20 SPT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,105 mi
Last recorded49,105 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 SPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 49,105 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 48,496 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 47,794 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system slightly corroded

Fail 21 Sep 2023 47,794 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system slightly corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 47,674 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 28 Sep 2021 47,275 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 1 Sep 2020 46,820 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 46,394 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 45,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2017 45,518 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2016 44,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Sep 2015 44,038 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,391 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 43,391 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 42,611 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 42,611 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 41,629 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 40,605 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 39,866 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 38,836 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 37,299 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 36,215 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 35,058 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 33,532 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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B20 SPT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B20 SPT, 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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How do I check the history of B20 SPT?

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What year was B20 SPT registered?

B20 SPT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is B20 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 SPT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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