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N431 BAU

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

113,905 mi
Last recorded113,905 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN431 BAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 113,905 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 108,359 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 107,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 107,489 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 107,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested co is very high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 107,457 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2021 107,457 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 103,451 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 97,124 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 97,123 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 96,647 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 95,184 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 86,374 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 76,668 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 67,684 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 66,874 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 62,558 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 60,668 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 57,162 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 54,366 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyre treads scrubbing outer edges

front registration plate cracked

screw in o/s/r tyre

Fail 3 Nov 2007 54,361 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyre treads scrubbing outer edges

front registration plate cracked

screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2006 51,222 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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N431 BAU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N431 BAU, 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 N431 BAU?

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What year was N431 BAU registered?

N431 BAU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N431 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N431 BAU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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