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N321 RCD

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,763 mi
Last recorded85,763 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN321 RCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 85,763 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 79,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 76,927 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 69,887 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 66,178 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jun 2014 64,264 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 64,264 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 63,461 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 62,837 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 61,935 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 60,448 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2010 60,448 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 56,858 miles

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

Oil leak

slight travel parking brake

Fail 7 Apr 2009 56,858 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

ars light on

slight travel parking brake

Pass 1 May 2008 55,859 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

front wiper poor

sections of the exhaust system noted rusty

slight oil leak noted from the engine

slight oil leak noted from the r/n/s diff/drive shaft oil seal

wear noted on both front brake disc

wear noted on both rear brake disc

Pass 12 May 2007 53,313 miles

exhaust noted slightly rusty

slight oil leak noted from engine

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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N321 RCD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N321 RCD, 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 N321 RCD registered?

N321 RCD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N321 RCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N321 RCD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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