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N572 HTR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,133 mi
Last recorded64,133 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN572 HTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 64,133 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 63,799 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front slight play in steering linkage.

Pass 4 May 2023 63,637 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 63,634 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 62,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 62,289 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 61,635 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 61,084 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,099 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 60,095 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front washers not spraying (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 59,365 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 58,072 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 56,893 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 54,647 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 52,283 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 48,874 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 46,403 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 44,462 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 44,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 42,250 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 39,908 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 36,720 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 31,226 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 31,226 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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N572 HTR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N572 HTR, 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 N572 HTR registered?

N572 HTR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N572 HTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N572 HTR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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