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N422 MPV

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

77,643 mi
Last recorded77,643 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN422 MPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 77,643 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

n/s o/s rear tyres perishing slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2019 77,634 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 77,584 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 77,346 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt arm from steering box to n/s (2.2.C.1c)

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2015 76,616 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 75,348 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 74,598 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 74,144 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 73,398 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 72,545 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

rear tyres a little perished

Pass 2 Jun 2009 47,034 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 72,077 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 69,397 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 69,394 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 66,234 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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N422 MPV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 N422 MPV, 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 N422 MPV registered?

N422 MPV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N422 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N422 MPV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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