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P4 SBB

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

60,062 mi
Last recorded60,062 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 SBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 60,062 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 59,725 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 59,725 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 59,550 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 59,550 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 58,992 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 58,984 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 58,975 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 58,770 miles

FRONT EXHAUST MOUNT BROKEN - EXHAUST IS NOT INSECURE

Fail 22 Mar 2012 58,770 miles

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

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

FRONT EXHAUST MOUNT BROKEN - EXHAUST IS NOT INSECURE

Pass 22 Mar 2011 54,123 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 50,090 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 49,637 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 49,637 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 48,809 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 46,961 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 46,961 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers smearing

Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,725 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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P4 SBB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P4 SBB, 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 P4 SBB registered?

P4 SBB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P4 SBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P4 SBB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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