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N45 OYR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,859 mi
Last recorded96,859 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN45 OYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 96,859 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 96,131 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 96,109 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification welded (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin cannot see condition of rear pads due to dust covers (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose corroded and coming apart (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 94,503 miles

Central Front Steering centre rod assembly ball joint dust cover no longer preventing ingress of dirt

Coolant leak ()

Coolant level warning light on

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 93,414 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 93,075 miles

exhaust middle box corroded

n/s & o/s front suspension top mounts rubbers cracking

washer bottle leaking

Fail 7 Jun 2016 93,075 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust middle box corroded

n/s & o/s front suspension top mounts rubbers cracking

washer bottle leaking

Pass 24 Jul 2014 86,301 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear exhaust box corroded but not blowing

unable to check sills due to plastic covers

Fail 22 Aug 2013 81,097 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 81,097 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 68,543 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 68,543 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 64,287 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 61,456 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 58,090 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 56,175 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 53,912 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 62,498 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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N45 OYR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N45 OYR, 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 N45 OYR registered?

N45 OYR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 January 1996.

Is N45 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N45 OYR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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