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P60 OSL

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,642 mi
Last recorded117,642 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP60 OSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 May 2014 117,642 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 117,474 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 117,056 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 116,022 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 113,548 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 110,720 miles

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 107,687 miles

Steering box weeping oil

Pass 21 Dec 2005 106,334 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 OSL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P60 OSL, 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 P60 OSL?

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What year was P60 OSL registered?

P60 OSL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P60 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P60 OSL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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