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N730 PTL

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,861 mi
Last recorded19,861 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN730 PTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 19,861 miles

Rear slight oil leak, rear diff

Pass 23 Jun 2017 19,789 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 19,722 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 19,580 miles

slight oil leak, front suspension.

Fail 3 Mar 2015 19,566 miles

Nearside Front Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Offside Front Air suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 29 May 2014 19,559 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,433 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,664 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 18,299 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 17,317 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,530 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 15,872 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,289 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 15,289 miles

Offside Front Upper Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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N730 PTL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N730 PTL, 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 N730 PTL registered?

N730 PTL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N730 PTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N730 PTL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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