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HIL 3793

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,022 mi
Last recorded62,022 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 3793
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 62,022 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2012 61,953 miles

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

exhaust centre rear corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2011 61,742 miles

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

front and rear brake discs corroded

offside front indicator lense missing

Pass 11 Mar 2010 61,632 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 61,632 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 61,617 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2008 61,617 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 61,101 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 60,548 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 59,591 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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HIL 3793 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HIL 3793, 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 HIL 3793 registered?

HIL 3793 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is HIL 3793 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 3793 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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