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N163 NGT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,859 mi
Last recorded51,859 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN163 NGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 51,859 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 51,332 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 50,884 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,011 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 49,566 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 47,444 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2013 42,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 40,992 miles

offside rear tyre sidewall in poor condition

Fail 19 Jun 2012 40,992 miles

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

offside rear tyre sidewall in poor condition

Fail 30 Mar 2011 37,589 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,589 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 33,747 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 24,930 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 24,318 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 23,523 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 22,732 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 21,998 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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N163 NGT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N163 NGT, 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 N163 NGT registered?

N163 NGT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N163 NGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N163 NGT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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