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N980 LGS

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,117 mi
Last recorded165,117 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN980 LGS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2015 165,117 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2014 163,495 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jan 2013 162,142 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2012 155,832 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2011 148,900 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 141,725 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake inbalance of 25%

Pass 25 Jan 2009 133,184 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 125,275 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 121,669 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wiper blade rubber slight tear

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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N980 LGS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 N980 LGS, 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 N980 LGS registered?

N980 LGS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N980 LGS safe to buy?

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