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E6 JRW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

62,644 mi
Last recorded62,644 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE6 JRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 62,644 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 60,843 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 60,843 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 59,300 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Silencer corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2023 56,679 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 54,598 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 52,110 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 52,110 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 50,501 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All steel - Also fuel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 47,931 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 45,277 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 42,428 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 39,037 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2015 35,280 miles

rear diff pinion oil seal leaking

Pass 19 May 2014 32,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 30,194 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 28,439 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,553 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 26,253 miles

front tyres worn and splitting

Pass 26 Jan 2010 25,647 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 25,017 miles

Advise centre exhaust mounting.

Advise smell of petrol at fuel filter.

Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,242 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 24,205 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 22,896 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 21,611 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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E6 JRW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 E6 JRW, 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.

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What year was E6 JRW registered?

E6 JRW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 February 1996.

Is E6 JRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E6 JRW shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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