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L777 RJJ

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,307 mi
Last recorded98,307 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL777 RJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 98,307 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 98,098 miles

Central exhaust box s/corroded

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear have been gresed (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear have been gresed (3.6.B.2c)

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear s/corroded (2.4.G.1)

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 97,976 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 97,760 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 97,692 miles

Front no plate cracked

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 97,692 miles

Front no plate cracked

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 97,458 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 97,021 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 95,361 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2006 93,055 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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L777 RJJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc 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 L777 RJJ, 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 L777 RJJ registered?

L777 RJJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is L777 RJJ safe to buy?

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