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N604 AYG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,902 mi
Last recorded53,902 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN604 AYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 53,902 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 53,528 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 52,989 miles

Front tyres cracking on treads.

Pass 15 Jun 2021 52,800 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 52,540 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2020 52,540 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 52,470 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 52,467 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated plastic handle on end of lever in dash missing/broken (1.1.6 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,934 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 45,892 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 45,482 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 44,540 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 44,540 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 44,243 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 42,025 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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N604 AYG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N604 AYG, 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

How do I check the history of N604 AYG?

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What year was N604 AYG registered?

N604 AYG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 March 1996.

Is N604 AYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N604 AYG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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