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E18 TUF

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,573 mi
Last recorded98,573 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE18 TUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 98,573 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 1 May 2025 98,293 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 1 May 2024 97,789 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 3 May 2023 97,407 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 29 Apr 2022 96,720 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 2 Dec 2020 95,932 miles

exhaust centre box deteriorating

Pass 27 Jun 2019 94,494 miles

all four tyres outer sidewalls cracking

exhaust centre box deteriorating

nearside and offside front shock absorber top mount rubbers deteriorating

oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2018 94,234 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 93,742 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 92,980 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 92,123 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 88,029 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 88,029 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 83,863 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2012 83,863 miles

Centre Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 78,035 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 65,616 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 65,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 65,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 64,376 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 59,795 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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E18 TUF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 E18 TUF, 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 E18 TUF?

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What year was E18 TUF registered?

E18 TUF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is E18 TUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E18 TUF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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