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BN16 JKX

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,378 mi
Last recorded26,378 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN16 JKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 26,378 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 25,960 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 25,734 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 25,041 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 23,328 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 23,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 20,795 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 18,046 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 17,183 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 16,696 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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BN16 JKX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,169 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 BN16 JKX, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN16 JKX?

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What year was BN16 JKX registered?

BN16 JKX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is BN16 JKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN16 JKX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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