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N283 HTE

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,416 mi
Last recorded90,416 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN283 HTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2019 90,416 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 90,300 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 89,865 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 89,588 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 89,443 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 88,939 miles
Pass 7 May 2012 88,758 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 88,398 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 88,074 miles

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)

Pass 2 May 2009 85,082 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 77,563 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2007 71,495 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 58,227 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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N283 HTE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 N283 HTE, 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 N283 HTE registered?

N283 HTE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N283 HTE safe to buy?

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