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N811 SPM

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,682 mi
Last recorded124,682 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN811 SPM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 124,682 miles

Exhaust system corroded with Heatshields corroded broken and loose.

Front Undertray not fully secure engine undertray. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Fog light not working.

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box assembly. (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 124,682 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system corroded with Heatshields corroded broken and loose.

Front Undertray not fully secure engine undertray. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Fog light not working.

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

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box assembly. (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 124,247 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 122,484 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Some area's of pipe's have corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system has rusted/weak area's.

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 122,479 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust corroded

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 12 Jul 2018 122,132 miles

Both front tyres starting to perish

Engine has a misfire

Front brake pads are approximately 50% worn

Fuel filler cap rubber started to perish

N/S/F Fog lamp not working

The exhaust has excessive corrosion, but is secure and not leaking

Pass 3 Jul 2017 120,571 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust becoming corroded and the heatshields to

Pass 29 Apr 2016 120,497 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2015 118,507 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 117,496 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 116,933 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 116,394 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 114,739 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 114,058 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 113,672 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 112,696 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 112,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 110,984 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres bald on inner edges.

Pass 28 Mar 2006 107,374 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

stone chip in n/s headlight.both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

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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N811 SPM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N811 SPM, 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 N811 SPM registered?

N811 SPM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N811 SPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N811 SPM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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