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D2 AAS

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,945 mi
Last recorded74,945 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD2 AAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 74,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 73,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 72,914 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

brake / parking brake warning lamp not working

rear diff slight oil leak

slight play detected at front wheels

steering ball joint dust covers slight perishing x2

Pass 21 Jun 2023 72,242 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

rear diff slight oil leak

slight play detected at front wheels

Fail 21 Jun 2023 72,242 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

rear diff slight oil leak

slight play detected at front wheels

Pass 15 Jun 2022 71,477 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 70,944 miles

ENGINE OIL LAEK

REAR DIFF OILLEAK

SLIGHT UNDER BODY CORROSION

Pass 1 Jul 2020 70,109 miles

slight engine oil leak

slight rear diff oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2019 66,367 miles

rear disc

Fail 8 Apr 2019 66,367 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

rear disc

Pass 23 Apr 2018 61,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 57,400 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 53,481 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,672 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,388 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 34,483 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 33,176 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 31,933 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 30,731 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 27,910 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 27,910 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 26,801 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 23,731 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 22,189 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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D2 AAS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D2 AAS, 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 D2 AAS?

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What year was D2 AAS registered?

D2 AAS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is D2 AAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D2 AAS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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