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P2 PAW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,108 mi
Last recorded51,108 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 PAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2026 51,108 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2025 50,000 miles

FRONT BALL JOINT BOOTS PERISHED

FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

TYRES PERISHED

Pass 18 Nov 2024 47,918 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 46,380 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 44,272 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 41,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,315 miles

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 37,916 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 36,528 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 35,039 miles

both offside tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,291 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,910 miles

all brake hoses and rear brake pipes corroded & perished

all tyres perished and cracking

fuel filler cap seal perished

Pass 25 Jul 2014 33,550 miles

front tyres & rear nearside tyre are starting to perrish

Pass 5 Jul 2013 33,085 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 32,783 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 32,357 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 31,842 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 31,352 miles

rear drivers side tyre starting to crack

Pass 20 Jun 2008 30,729 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 29,448 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 28,332 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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P2 PAW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P2 PAW, 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 P2 PAW registered?

P2 PAW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P2 PAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 PAW shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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