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P510 JWG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,916 mi
Last recorded77,916 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP510 JWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 77,916 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 77,523 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 77,128 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 77,128 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 77,048 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 76,826 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 75,499 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 75,484 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Pass 17 Mar 2016 75,484 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 75,484 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 75,470 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 75,391 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 74,313 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 74,028 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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P510 JWG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P510 JWG, 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 P510 JWG?

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What year was P510 JWG registered?

P510 JWG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P510 JWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P510 JWG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P510 JWG have outstanding finance?

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