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D6 MFD

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,789 mi
Last recorded114,789 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD6 MFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 114,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 114,304 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 113,416 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 113,400 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 113,194 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 112,219 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 110,603 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 105,568 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 100,466 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 89,088 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Bonnet has slight play when in closed position

Center box exhaust is corroded

Oil leak

Power steering pipes are corroded

Rear diff has slight leak

Pass 2 May 2010 81,864 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2008 81,365 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear differential oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2008 81,365 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear differential oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2007 80,505 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 80,505 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 72,091 miles

rear transverse brakepipe starting to corrode †rear brake discs starting to corrode & high imbalance †

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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D6 MFD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 D6 MFD, 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

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What year was D6 MFD registered?

D6 MFD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is D6 MFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D6 MFD shows 16 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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