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J30 NDS

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,031 mi
Last recorded55,031 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 NDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 55,031 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 54,281 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 53,899 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 53,679 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 53,421 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 53,421 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 52,984 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 52,388 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 52,054 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 51,514 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 49,859 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 47,561 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 45,834 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 44,609 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 43,648 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 41,874 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

all four[4] of vehicles tyres are perishing on their sidewalls

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres are worn on their edges

Pass 2 Feb 2010 41,430 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 40,582 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 39,387 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,543 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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J30 NDS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J30 NDS, 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 J30 NDS registered?

J30 NDS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is J30 NDS safe to buy?

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