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B8 RCY

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

143,086 mi
Last recorded143,086 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 RCY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 143,086 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 142,657 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 141,217 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 140,800 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 140,782 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 140,759 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 140,725 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 140,696 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 140,604 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 140,575 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 140,537 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 140,401 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 140,230 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 140,163 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 139,687 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 139,474 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 139,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 138,413 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 138,413 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 130,528 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 130,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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B8 RCY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B8 RCY, 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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What year was B8 RCY registered?

B8 RCY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B8 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 RCY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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