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P384 GPG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

96,058 mi
Last recorded96,058 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP384 GPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 96,058 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 95,322 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 93,390 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 90,653 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Sep 2022 90,653 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 87,288 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 84,705 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens is cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 83,161 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 83,161 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 81,446 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 79,064 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 75,285 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 72,922 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 72,034 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 71,960 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 68,060 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 65,597 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 63,258 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 59,833 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 55,879 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 52,550 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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P384 GPG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P384 GPG, 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.

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What year was P384 GPG registered?

P384 GPG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P384 GPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P384 GPG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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