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M500 JTS

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

47,706 mi
Last recorded47,706 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 JTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 47,706 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 47,692 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 47,682 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 47,523 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 47,391 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 47,313 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 47,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 47,032 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 46,940 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 46,498 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 46,251 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 45,771 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 45,568 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,312 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Mar 2012 45,109 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Feb 2011 44,868 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 44,864 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 44,555 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,172 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 43,800 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 43,122 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 42,359 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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M500 JTS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 M500 JTS, 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 M500 JTS registered?

M500 JTS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is M500 JTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 JTS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M500 JTS have outstanding finance?

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