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P446 CCW

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,591 mi
Last recorded98,591 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP446 CCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 98,591 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 98,520 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 98,497 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 98,332 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 98,243 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 98,139 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 96,418 miles

unable to open bonnet

Pass 24 Dec 2008 90,387 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 90,386 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

engine hunting on idle

Pass 11 Dec 2007
Pass 22 Nov 2006 82,016 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P446 CCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P446 CCW, 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 P446 CCW?

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What year was P446 CCW registered?

P446 CCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P446 CCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P446 CCW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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