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TJB 449

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,001 mi
Last recorded92,001 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJB 449
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 92,001 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 92,001 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 91,980 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 91,898 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 91,898 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 91,878 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 91,861 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 91,848 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 91,744 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 91,698 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 91,623 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 91,587 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 90,780 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 105,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 104,165 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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TJB 449 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TJB 449, 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 TJB 449 registered?

TJB 449 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is TJB 449 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJB 449 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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