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B2 TDG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,077 mi
Last recorded46,077 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 TDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 46,077 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slight cut in side wall

Pass 10 Sep 2014 46,055 miles

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

advsie slight cuts in n/s/r tyre

Fail 10 Sep 2014 46,055 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advsie slight cuts in n/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2013 45,597 miles

offside front tyre worn on outer edge.

slight damage to outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 45,377 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,463 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,178 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 39,684 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 36,493 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 36,493 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 31,214 miles

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

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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B2 TDG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B2 TDG, 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 B2 TDG registered?

B2 TDG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is B2 TDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 TDG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B2 TDG have outstanding finance?

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