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N976 MAP

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

153,837 mi
Last recorded153,837 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN976 MAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 153,837 miles

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

park brake release broken

Fail 10 Oct 2023 153,834 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

park brake release broken

Pass 19 Dec 2017 153,174 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 152,592 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 9 Jul 2015 151,055 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 151,055 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 150,814 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre inside treads worn low-ADVISE IMMEDIATE RENEWAL.

steering wheel cover slightly deteriated-not enough to damage/cause injury to drivers hands.

Pass 16 Apr 2009 147,687 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 147,680 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 146,503 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 142,440 miles

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

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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N976 MAP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 N976 MAP, 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 N976 MAP registered?

N976 MAP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N976 MAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N976 MAP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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