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TEX 30R

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,819 mi
Last recorded48,819 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEX 30R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 48,819 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 48,779 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 48,678 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 48,610 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 47,951 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 47,830 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 47,709 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 47,373 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 47,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 47,052 miles

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

Rear Lower coil spring corroded os,ns (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 46,939 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush os,ns outer (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded os,ns (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 46,939 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush os,ns outer (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded os,ns (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 May 2015 43,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 May 2015 43,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2014 42,901 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 41,331 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 29,410 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 24,460 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 33,520 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 31,086 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 28,414 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 27,609 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 27,609 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 May 2006 26,738 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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TEX 30R is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 TEX 30R, 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 TEX 30R?

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What year was TEX 30R registered?

TEX 30R is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is TEX 30R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEX 30R shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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