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N944 TFL

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,520 mi
Last recorded105,520 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN944 TFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 105,520 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 102,485 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 101,090 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 99,062 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 97,262 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured all lamps and side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 94,364 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened internally (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 92,485 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear seat belts not tested due to seats in folded position and numerous layers of covers tightly fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2017 90,534 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 90,451 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 90,457 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded pipe between pump and steering box (2.3.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 89,417 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 88,928 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 88,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2006 88,021 miles
Pass 6 May 2005 79,311 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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N944 TFL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N944 TFL, 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 N944 TFL registered?

N944 TFL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is N944 TFL safe to buy?

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