CarVerify

Free Car Check

P2 JBC

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

110,238 mi
Last recorded110,238 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 JBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 110,238 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 110,175 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 109,965 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 109,620 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 109,381 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 108,801 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 108,582 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,964 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 106,497 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 106,332 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 106,018 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 105,518 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 104,990 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 104,311 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 102,810 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 101,141 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 98,676 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 94,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 91,715 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 91,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 86,821 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 83,070 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 81,488 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P2 JBC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 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 P2 JBC, 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 P2 JBC?

You can check the full history of P2 JBC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P2 JBC registered?

P2 JBC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 December 1996.

Is P2 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 JBC shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P2 JBC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P2 JBC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.