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P650 JSC

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,137 mi
Last recorded143,137 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP650 JSC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 143,137 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2020 143,122 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 143,108 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 142,888 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 140,428 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 139,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 136,402 miles

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

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 136,402 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 133,378 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 130,957 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 121,369 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 116,387 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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P650 JSC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P650 JSC, 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 P650 JSC registered?

P650 JSC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P650 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P650 JSC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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