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P982 CPR

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

42,004 mi
Last recorded42,004 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP982 CPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 42,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2025 41,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 41,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 41,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 41,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 40,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 40,234 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 39,045 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 39,006 miles

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

Central Front plastic under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 36,418 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 34,724 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 32,914 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 32,060 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 32,057 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 31,674 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

airbag warning light does not operate

Pass 9 Oct 2012 31,674 miles

airbag warning light does not operate

Pass 4 Oct 2011 31,011 miles

Oil leak

front discs corroded on inside

Pass 21 Sep 2010 29,304 miles

ADVISE FRONT WIPER

ADVISE REAR No PLATE

Pass 25 Sep 2009 26,982 miles

front shock abrorber casings showing corrosion

Fail 25 Sep 2009 26,982 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front shock abrorber casings showing corrosion

Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,353 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 24,770 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 24,770 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 21,262 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

drivers side front tyre has slight perishing on sidewall but ok at time of test

Pass 1 Nov 2005 18,321 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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P982 CPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 P982 CPR, 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 P982 CPR?

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What year was P982 CPR registered?

P982 CPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 1996.

Is P982 CPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P982 CPR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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