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N232 UVV

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,017 mi
Last recorded108,017 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN232 UVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 108,017 miles

various suspension pipes corroded

Fail 10 May 2013 108,015 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

various suspension pipes corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2010 104,732 miles

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

front to rear + all rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2009 101,870 miles

all rear suspension pipes corroded

nearside front fog lamp not working

Pass 7 Oct 2008 97,990 miles

NSF brake lags behind OS

OSF fog light not working

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

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

Suspension pipes corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2007 93,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear shock absorber leveling pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2006 88,197 miles

rear shock absorber leveling pipes corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2006 87,571 miles

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

Rear Fluid suspension supply pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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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N232 UVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N232 UVV, 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 N232 UVV registered?

N232 UVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N232 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N232 UVV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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