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N983 NWT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

91,495 mi
Last recorded91,495 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN983 NWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 91,495 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 91,486 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 90,244 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 89,785 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 89,785 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 89,615 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 89,382 miles

Getting very surface rusty under side

Pass 27 Jun 2018 89,007 miles

Central Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 88,898 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 88,781 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 88,305 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Fail 23 Jun 2016 88,300 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

EXHAUST CORRODED

Pass 15 Jun 2015 87,810 miles

Exhaust corroded.

Pass 30 May 2014 86,914 miles

long travel on service brake

Pass 12 Jun 2013 85,359 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 85,260 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 83,079 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 81,683 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 76,492 miles

EXHAUST INTERMEDIATE BOX CORRODED.

NSR TYRE ON 3MM IN PARTS.

Pass 24 May 2007 74,768 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 73,735 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 73,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2005 65,540 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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N983 NWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N983 NWT, 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

How do I check the history of N983 NWT?

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What year was N983 NWT registered?

N983 NWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N983 NWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N983 NWT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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