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N266 DKK

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

126,614 mi
Last recorded126,614 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 DKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 126,614 miles

Central exhaust central box corroded

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 124,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 122,362 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 121,292 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front both tyres worn on inner edges but not exposing inner cords

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

center exhaust system heavily corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2019 121,292 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front both tyres worn on inner edges but not exposing inner cords

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

center exhaust system heavily corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2018 120,654 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2017 120,230 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 119,328 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 118,665 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Oil leak

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2015 118,665 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 115,286 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 113,929 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Exhaust system corodded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 105,127 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 102,638 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 99,773 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 94,248 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 86,327 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 74,916 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 68,435 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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N266 DKK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N266 DKK, 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 N266 DKK registered?

N266 DKK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N266 DKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N266 DKK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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