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H20 WSR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

95,330 mi
Last recorded95,330 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH20 WSR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 95,330 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 92,498 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 87,392 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 87,067 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 86,745 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 86,736 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 85,858 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 84,287 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 83,471 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 82,560 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 81,671 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 79,154 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 77,443 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 75,615 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 18 Jan 2011 73,818 miles

slight ridge front brake discs

Fail 17 Jan 2011 73,818 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

slight ridge front brake discs

Pass 20 Jan 2010 70,660 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear coil springs rusty at bottom

brake pedal slightly spoungy

nearside front tyre on limits

steering damper slightly damp

Pass 21 Jan 2009 68,168 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 65,827 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 63,274 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 60,297 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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H20 WSR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 H20 WSR, 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 H20 WSR?

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What year was H20 WSR registered?

H20 WSR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is H20 WSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H20 WSR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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