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N500 APG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

45,431 mi
Last recorded45,431 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN500 APG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 45,431 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 44,980 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 44,854 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 44,531 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 44,384 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 42,129 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 42,084 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 42,077 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 42,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 42,063 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 42,043 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 41,645 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 40,931 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 40,158 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 39,479 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 38,470 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 37,326 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 37,326 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 36,273 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 35,042 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 33,554 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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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N500 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N500 APG, 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 N500 APG registered?

N500 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N500 APG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N500 APG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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