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P786 JJU

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,036 mi
Last recorded75,036 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 JJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 75,036 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 75,036 miles

Exhaust system insecure middle box mount (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 74,581 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 73,481 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 71,490 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 69,650 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 68,150 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 66,950 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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P786 JJU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P786 JJU, 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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How do I check the history of P786 JJU?

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What year was P786 JJU registered?

P786 JJU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P786 JJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P786 JJU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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