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N854 FVW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,614 mi
Last recorded31,614 miles
Recorded on14 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN854 FVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 May 2026 31,614 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 31,588 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 31,434 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 31,364 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 30,425 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 29,559 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 28,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 27,397 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 25,725 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 25,247 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 23,645 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 22,085 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,135 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 15,135 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 14,447 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 14,193 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 13,225 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 12,446 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,434 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 12,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,047 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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N854 FVW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc 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 N854 FVW, 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 N854 FVW?

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What year was N854 FVW registered?

N854 FVW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N854 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N854 FVW 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.

Does N854 FVW have outstanding finance?

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