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JAZ 424

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,133 mi
Last recorded80,133 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAZ 424
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2024 80,133 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 79,224 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 78,435 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 76,505 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 74,418 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 71,729 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 71,003 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 68,957 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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JAZ 424 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JAZ 424, 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 JAZ 424?

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What year was JAZ 424 registered?

JAZ 424 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is JAZ 424 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAZ 424 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JAZ 424 have outstanding finance?

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