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P60 AMG

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

52,375 mi
Last recorded52,375 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP60 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 52,375 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 May 2025 52,364 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 52,309 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 52,037 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 51,607 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 51,363 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 51,318 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 51,093 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,705 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 50,074 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 50,074 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 49,554 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 49,536 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 49,301 miles

Centre exhaust box outer skin corroded

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2011 47,743 miles

Nearside rear has cut in outer side wall not showing cords.

Fail 11 Nov 2011 47,739 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear has cut in outer side wall not showing cords.

Fail 23 Sep 2009 44,974 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 44,974 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 44,273 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 44,268 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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P60 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P60 AMG, 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 P60 AMG registered?

P60 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P60 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P60 AMG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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