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P801 JPO

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,899 mi
Last recorded72,899 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP801 JPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 72,899 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 71,357 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 70,557 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 69,525 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 68,047 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 67,388 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 67,371 miles

power steering pipes heavily corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2016 67,151 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 66,885 miles

Power steering pipes corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2014 66,709 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 66,434 miles

power steering pipe corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2012 66,136 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 66,136 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 65,677 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 65,578 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 62,165 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 62,165 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 60,977 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 59,121 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 57,423 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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P801 JPO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P801 JPO, 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 P801 JPO?

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What year was P801 JPO registered?

P801 JPO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P801 JPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P801 JPO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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