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N348 HFS

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

88,736 mi
Last recorded88,736 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN348 HFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 88,736 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 88,159 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 86,364 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 85,209 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 83,086 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 82,838 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 81,983 miles

Front wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 5 Apr 2016 81,983 miles

Front wiper blade deteriorated

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 81,034 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 80,101 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 78,873 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 78,873 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 78,158 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 77,858 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 77,080 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 77,077 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 75,527 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2009 75,527 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 70,505 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 70,505 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2007 66,902 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 66,902 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 May 2006 62,310 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 62,245 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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N348 HFS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 N348 HFS, 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 N348 HFS registered?

N348 HFS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N348 HFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N348 HFS shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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