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PYT 440

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,795 mi
Last recorded72,795 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYT 440
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 72,795 miles

Front Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front oil leak, Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front wiper smeary

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play

Nearside Front steering system idler arm, ball joint dust cover damage

Rear Differential oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 72,795 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front oil leak, Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front wiper smeary

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play

Nearside Front steering system idler arm, ball joint dust cover damage

Rear Differential oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 72,543 miles

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

all tyres 12 years old

Pass 27 May 2019 72,262 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 72,197 miles

Bad oil leak noted below engine (source unknown)

Differential leaking

Steering damper leaking

Under-tray & engine cover hinder view to some testable items

Pass 29 May 2017 72,106 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 71,859 miles

wiper smeary

Pass 29 May 2015 71,306 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 May 2014 70,809 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2013 68,896 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 66,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 63,299 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 59,670 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 56,355 miles

Near side rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 23 May 2008 53,007 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 50,249 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 47,374 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 47,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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PYT 440 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PYT 440, 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 PYT 440?

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What year was PYT 440 registered?

PYT 440 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is PYT 440 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYT 440 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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