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P867 SVX

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,681 mi
Last recorded104,681 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP867 SVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 104,681 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 103,951 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 102,596 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 100,438 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 98,927 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 97,214 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 97,211 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear to flexi hose chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 95,559 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 95,550 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 94,291 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 93,701 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 92,952 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 92,463 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2011 91,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 91,120 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 89,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 5 Mar 2010 84,778 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 78,484 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 73,426 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 65,794 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 65,794 miles

Parking brake lever is located so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated from the driver's seat (3.1.3c)

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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P867 SVX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc 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 P867 SVX, 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

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What year was P867 SVX registered?

P867 SVX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 August 1996.

Is P867 SVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P867 SVX 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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