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N24 XOV

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,799 mi
Last recorded125,799 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN24 XOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2013 125,799 miles

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Pass 1 Sep 2011 122,601 miles

Brake pipes covered in grease

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

underbody & sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2009 112,036 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 106,681 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre wear outer

Pass 14 May 2007 101,132 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exhaust cat rattling and rear sections coccoded

Pass 25 Apr 2006 97,026 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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N24 XOV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N24 XOV, 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 N24 XOV registered?

N24 XOV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is N24 XOV safe to buy?

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