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OUI 2676

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,920 mi
Last recorded95,920 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 2676
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 95,920 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 95,107 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 93,947 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 93,946 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking from flexi (3.6.A.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 93,396 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 93,160 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2015 92,724 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2014 92,446 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 92,446 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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 19 Apr 2013 92,103 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 91,478 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 90,916 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 89,142 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 88,831 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 87,986 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 77,570 miles

slight weep at steering damper

Pass 17 Oct 2005 62,064 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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OUI 2676 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OUI 2676, 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 OUI 2676?

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What year was OUI 2676 registered?

OUI 2676 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is OUI 2676 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 2676 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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