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P515 RYK

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

107,161 mi
Last recorded107,161 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP515 RYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 107,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin are at 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel cap seal is perishing

Pass 9 Apr 2025 103,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 103,300 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 103,050 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 102,395 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 101,102 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 99,422 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 95,631 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 94,327 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 93,847 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 93,847 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 87,683 miles

Exhaust system coroded

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2015 81,229 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 80,769 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 78,323 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 72,857 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 62,001 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 57,665 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 51,870 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 46,596 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 40,308 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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P515 RYK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P515 RYK, 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 P515 RYK?

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What year was P515 RYK registered?

P515 RYK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is P515 RYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P515 RYK shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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