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N396 HLL

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,609 mi
Last recorded54,609 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN396 HLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 54,609 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 52,838 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 52,642 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 51,887 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 51,580 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 50,673 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 49,157 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 47,743 miles

Nearside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 47,496 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 47,071 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 46,680 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 46,119 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 45,825 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 45,437 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 44,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 43,560 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 43,120 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 42,797 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 42,797 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2007 42,130 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2006 41,001 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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N396 HLL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N396 HLL, 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

How do I check the history of N396 HLL?

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What year was N396 HLL registered?

N396 HLL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N396 HLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N396 HLL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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