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BNZ 669

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

107,875 mi
Last recorded107,875 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 669
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 107,875 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 105,991 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 105,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 105,828 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 105,444 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 105,440 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play marked (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 102,163 miles

front tyres worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 24 Nov 2020 101,792 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 100,605 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 100,605 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

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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BNZ 669 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BNZ 669, 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 BNZ 669?

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What year was BNZ 669 registered?

BNZ 669 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is BNZ 669 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 669 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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