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P690 GOX

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,345 mi
Last recorded67,345 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP690 GOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 67,345 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all brake hoses. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 64,954 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 62,478 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 59,905 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 57,984 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 Feb 2021 55,896 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 55,875 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 55,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 55,079 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 55,060 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 53,192 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 50,012 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 49,862 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 49,386 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 48,948 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 48,458 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 48,458 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 47,729 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 46,555 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 46,553 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 44,528 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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P690 GOX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc 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 P690 GOX, 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 P690 GOX registered?

P690 GOX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P690 GOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P690 GOX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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