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MBZ 132

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,018 mi
Last recorded119,018 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 132
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 119,018 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 117,626 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 116,651 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 115,842 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 114,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 114,535 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 114,205 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 112,951 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 112,951 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 110,717 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 106,424 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 102,835 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 102,835 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 100,294 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 96,053 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 94,939 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 92,815 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 91,516 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 87,764 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 83,719 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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MBZ 132 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 MBZ 132, 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 MBZ 132 registered?

MBZ 132 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is MBZ 132 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 132 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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