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P1 KMT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,535 mi
Last recorded19,535 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 KMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 19,535 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 19,507 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 19,449 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 19,394 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 18,489 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 18,280 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 18,208 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 18,181 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 18,107 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 18,079 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 18,035 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 17,995 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,794 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 3 Jan 2013 13,458 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 13,414 miles

nearside+offside front tyre's worn on outer edge's

Pass 20 May 2010 13,246 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge + slight cut

offside rear tyre slight cut

Pass 10 Mar 2009 13,188 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 12,278 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 11,495 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 10,735 miles

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

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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P1 KMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P1 KMT, 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

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What year was P1 KMT registered?

P1 KMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is P1 KMT safe to buy?

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