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N145 XRP

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

91,006 mi
Last recorded91,006 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN145 XRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 91,006 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 90,999 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 90,968 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 90,930 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 90,870 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 89,040 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES ARE STARTING TO PERISH AND CRACK

Fail 16 Aug 2017 89,037 miles

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

ALL FOUR TYRES ARE STARTING TO PERISH AND CRACK

Pass 5 Sep 2016 88,013 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front BRAKE PIPE IS CORRODED

Offside Rear BRAKE PIPE IS CORRODED

Under-trays fitted .unable to check all parts

Fail 31 Aug 2016 87,917 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front BRAKE PIPE IS CORRODED

Offside Rear BRAKE PIPE IS CORRODED

Under-trays fitted .unable to check all parts

Pass 18 Aug 2015 84,891 miles

Engine shield fitted underneath car .unable to check all parts

Front brake discs are corroded and worn

Pass 26 Aug 2014 82,616 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 82,480 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 79,422 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

petol cap rubber starting to perish

rear section of exhaust section rusty

Pass 3 Sep 2012 78,725 miles

damage to nearside rear tyre outer wall

exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2011 77,758 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

exhaust corroded front to rear

Fail 5 Sep 2011 77,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

exhaust corroded front to rear

Pass 9 Aug 2010 76,052 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 72,457 miles

front and rear number plates stuck on

slight play in both front wheel bearings

stonechips to windscreen

Pass 14 Aug 2008 69,048 miles

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

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

nail in offside front tyre

wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 17 Aug 2007 60,307 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 55,068 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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N145 XRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N145 XRP, 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 N145 XRP registered?

N145 XRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 April 1996.

Is N145 XRP safe to buy?

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