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HIL 8503

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

68,380 mi
Last recorded68,380 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 8503
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 68,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2026 68,380 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2025 67,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded TO REAR FUEL TANK

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2024 67,433 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 66,783 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 65,728 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 64,136 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 61,915 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,080 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 58,027 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 55,565 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 54,611 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 1 May 2012 52,937 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 51,387 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 49,682 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 48,060 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 43,759 miles

both rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 28 Jul 2006 38,829 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 8503 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 8503, 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 8503 registered?

HIL 8503 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is HIL 8503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 8503 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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