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B4 GSU

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

141,114 mi
Last recorded141,114 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 GSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 141,114 miles

o/s/r lower suspension arm outer bush worn & only just acceptable

Fail 25 Apr 2016 141,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s/r lower suspension arm outer bush worn & only just acceptable

Pass 24 Mar 2015 136,666 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 13,663 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 125,968 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 125,964 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 118,745 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 13,340 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 105,082 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 97,628 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 97,628 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 87,795 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 77,378 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 77,377 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 66,783 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 56,319 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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B4 GSU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 B4 GSU, 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 B4 GSU?

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What year was B4 GSU registered?

B4 GSU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is B4 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 GSU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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