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N1 MRV

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,263 mi
Last recorded74,263 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 MRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 74,263 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 73,926 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 73,652 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 73,346 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 72,882 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 72,606 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 72,065 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 70,884 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 69,888 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 69,254 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 68,513 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 68,177 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 68,039 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 68,039 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 67,276 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 66,480 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 66,129 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 65,193 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 62,489 miles

front torsion bar slightly worn

some corrosion forming on underside of car

Fail 6 Jun 2008 62,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

front torsion bar slightly worn

some corrosion forming on underside of car

Pass 7 Jun 2007 59,469 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 56,734 miles

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

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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N1 MRV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N1 MRV, 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 N1 MRV?

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What year was N1 MRV registered?

N1 MRV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is N1 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 MRV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N1 MRV have outstanding finance?

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