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N642 PYP

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,093 mi
Last recorded116,093 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN642 PYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2013 116,093 miles

Centre exhaust silencer corroded

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside handbrake effort low

Pass 15 Nov 2011 112,927 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 111,983 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 106,296 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 106,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 49,692 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 92,915 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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N642 PYP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N642 PYP, 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 N642 PYP registered?

N642 PYP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 February 1996.

Is N642 PYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N642 PYP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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