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N838 JUD

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,636 mi
Last recorded90,636 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN838 JUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 90,636 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 89,890 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 88,820 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 87,742 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 86,858 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 85,409 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 84,821 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 82,539 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 80,280 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 78,954 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 77,619 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 76,148 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 72,429 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 70,460 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 67,265 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 64,713 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 62,752 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 61,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jan 2008 59,816 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 55,301 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 50,513 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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N838 JUD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 N838 JUD, 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 N838 JUD registered?

N838 JUD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N838 JUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N838 JUD shows 21 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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