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N340 BMO

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,274 mi
Last recorded47,274 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN340 BMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 47,274 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 47,272 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 46,918 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 46,648 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 46,242 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 45,362 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (battery tray) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 45,356 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (battery tray ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 45,426 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 44,937 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 44,937 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 44,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 42,680 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 40,540 miles

slight marking on windscreen

Pass 1 Mar 2011 37,879 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 36,359 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 33,028 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 27,946 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 20,712 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 15,652 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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N340 BMO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N340 BMO, 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 N340 BMO registered?

N340 BMO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 February 1996.

Is N340 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N340 BMO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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