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M88 VRC

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

93,739 mi
Last recorded93,739 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 VRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 93,739 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2025 93,702 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 93,453 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body corroded around subframe mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 93,450 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body corroded around subframe mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 93,142 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body corrosion around subframe mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 93,141 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body corrosion around subframe mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 92,267 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Fail 8 Jun 2022 92,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2021 91,631 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 91,232 miles

coil springs corroded

offside and nearside rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 3 Oct 2018 90,951 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 88,770 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 88,549 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 87,729 miles

Advise n/s washer jet missing

Covers under bonnet covers under car and on outer sills and in boot

Fail 23 Aug 2016 87,729 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Advise n/s washer jet missing

Covers under bonnet covers under car and on outer sills and in boot

Pass 1 May 2015 86,417 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 84,063 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 83,723 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 83,723 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 82,828 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 77,976 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 71,689 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 64,111 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 59,680 miles

Diff oil leak.

Handbrake just within required effort @ 17%.

Long travel foot/handbrake lever .

Fail 5 Feb 2008 59,680 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Diff oil leak.

Handbrake just within required effort @ 17%.

Long travel foot/handbrake lever .

Pass 17 Jan 2007 57,536 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 54,867 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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M88 VRC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M88 VRC, 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 M88 VRC registered?

M88 VRC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is M88 VRC safe to buy?

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