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P8 BJR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

51,990 mi
Last recorded51,990 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 BJR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2026 51,990 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2026 49,560 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 49,531 miles

Emissions unable to be completed emissions too high for the machine to read (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 45,095 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 45,081 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side (4.4.3 (a))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both Side (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 44,059 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 39,242 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,104 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 38,051 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 37,882 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 234n/s 326o/s 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 37,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 37,400 miles

Nearside door mirror insecure

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 37,384 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun visor (8.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside door mirror insecure

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 36,871 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

n/s front tyre wall cracked

n/s rear tyre wall cracked

Pass 4 Aug 2015 35,433 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 34,801 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 33,814 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 33,629 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 31,106 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 31,106 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 27,508 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 25,965 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 24,961 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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P8 BJR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P8 BJR, 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 P8 BJR registered?

P8 BJR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P8 BJR safe to buy?

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