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KB 7331

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

79,814 mi
Last recorded79,814 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB 7331
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 79,814 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2026 79,814 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 79,237 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 77,753 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,868 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 76,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 75,990 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 75,523 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 74,815 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 73,246 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 72,207 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 70,804 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 69,524 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 68,142 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 68,142 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,769 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 65,013 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 63,120 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 61,575 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 60,326 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 58,545 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 56,485 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 51,747 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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KB 7331 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KB 7331, 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 KB 7331 registered?

KB 7331 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is KB 7331 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB 7331 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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