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DVG 207G

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Cream Petrol 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,417 mi
Last recorded1,417 miles
Recorded on4 May 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVG 207G
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2011 1,417 miles

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

slight oil leak at diff

Fail 26 Apr 2011 1,417 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

slight oil leak at diff

Pass 16 Sep 2009 1,279 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 1,273 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front tyre wear

Pass 19 May 2008 1,163 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 1,162 miles

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

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

rear diff slight oil leak

slight play n/s king pin

Fail 11 May 2007 1,162 miles

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

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear diff slight oil leak

slight play n/s king pin

Pass 12 May 2006 933 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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DVG 207G is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Cream with a 2,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DVG 207G, 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 DVG 207G?

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What year was DVG 207G registered?

DVG 207G is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 November 1996.

Is DVG 207G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVG 207G shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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