MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
179,298 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
front to rear main feed brake pipes slightly corroded
front tyres scrubbed
steering box damp
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
front to rear main feed brake pipes slightly corroded
front tyres scrubbed
steering box damp
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front to rear main feed brake pipes slightly corroded
exhaust cat and center silencer outer skin corroded
front tyres wearing low on out edges
front wiper smearing slightly
offside rear tyre wearing low
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front to rear main feed brake pipes slightly corroded
exhaust cat and center silencer outer skin corroded
front tyres wearing low on out edges
front wiper smearing slightly
offside rear tyre wearing low
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N958 WGR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 N958 WGR, 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 N958 WGR registered?
N958 WGR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 January 1996.
Is N958 WGR safe to buy?
The MOT history for N958 WGR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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