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P579 RGT

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

193,238 mi
Last recorded193,238 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 RGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 193,238 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 192,190 miles

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

Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 192,033 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 186,574 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 186,574 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 186,011 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

noise from steering but no wear found

Pass 30 May 2018 184,814 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak from steering ram (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 16 May 2017 184,214 miles

Rear coil spring corroded nearside & offside (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 24 May 2016 183,470 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded nearside & offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 May 2016 183,467 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded nearside & offside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 182,873 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 May 2015 182,832 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front suspension shock knocking, slight play in shock absorber sliding bush

Pass 20 May 2014 175,723 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 165,081 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2012 155,294 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 142,114 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 128,386 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2009 112,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front lower swivel joint is exhibiting more locating spigot than nearside. no free play found but close scrutiny by garage is advised.

Pass 23 May 2008 96,833 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 82,888 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 75,135 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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P579 RGT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P579 RGT, 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

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What year was P579 RGT registered?

P579 RGT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P579 RGT safe to buy?

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