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N935 YJB

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

132,856 mi
Last recorded132,856 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN935 YJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 132,856 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 130,859 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 129,807 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 128,009 miles

Both front tyres perished/cracked

Both rear tyres perished/cracked

Centre exhaust box slight corrosion

Nearside steering idler slight play

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wiper blade split

Pass 3 Dec 2018 123,153 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

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

Fail 3 Dec 2018 123,153 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Centre exhaust corroded

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2017 119,906 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 117,524 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 115,091 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 111,445 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 104,430 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight corrosion in the centre exhaust

Pass 26 Sep 2012 98,052 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 93,545 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 88,207 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 85,666 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 80,483 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 76,077 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 66,475 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 66,475 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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N935 YJB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N935 YJB, 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 N935 YJB registered?

N935 YJB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 February 1996.

Is N935 YJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N935 YJB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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