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M6 XYB

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,590 mi
Last recorded29,590 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 XYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 29,590 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 29,313 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 28,863 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 28,760 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 28,695 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 28,657 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 28,622 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 28,462 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 28,337 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 28,160 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 26,800 miles

Battery light on

Pass 3 Jan 2013 26,264 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear and offside rear tyres showing tread separation and sidewall splitting due to age but still meet mot criteria.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 25,771 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 25,627 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,405 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 24,943 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 24,650 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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M6 XYB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 M6 XYB, 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 M6 XYB?

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What year was M6 XYB registered?

M6 XYB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is M6 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 XYB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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