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SLZ 3509

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,810 mi
Last recorded74,810 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 3509
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 74,810 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 72,067 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 72,058 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 71,976 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 71,897 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 71,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 71,398 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 70,886 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 70,138 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 69,288 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 68,628 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 67,933 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 67,262 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 66,551 miles

front brake imbalance on limits

Pass 25 May 2010 65,684 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 64,806 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 63,108 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 61,386 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 58,797 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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SLZ 3509 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SLZ 3509, 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 SLZ 3509?

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What year was SLZ 3509 registered?

SLZ 3509 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is SLZ 3509 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 3509 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLZ 3509 have outstanding finance?

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