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N5 WNR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,496 mi
Last recorded121,496 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 WNR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 121,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 120,390 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 119,699 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

centre exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2023 119,454 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 119,438 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 118,776 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 117,577 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 117,577 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 116,069 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 112,737 miles

Plastic sills fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Nov 2015 109,269 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 107,081 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 105,766 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 103,603 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 101,210 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 100,636 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 99,503 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 98,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 97,157 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 24 Aug 2006 97,157 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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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N5 WNR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N5 WNR, 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 N5 WNR registered?

N5 WNR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is N5 WNR safe to buy?

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