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N503 XCT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,888 mi
Last recorded127,888 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN503 XCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 127,888 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 127,614 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 127,500 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 127,304 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 127,058 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 120,835 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 120,370 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 115,755 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 109,182 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 103,799 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 91,082 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 91,015 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

full engine tray fitted.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 83,812 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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N503 XCT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N503 XCT, 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 N503 XCT registered?

N503 XCT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N503 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N503 XCT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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