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UJF 926

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,958 mi
Last recorded78,958 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJF 926
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 78,958 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 78,958 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system to flexy (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 78,955 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 78,755 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 78,687 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 78,601 miles

both sides front brake discs inner faces slightly corroded.

front wiperblade poor.

slight damage to front number plate.

Pass 25 May 2010 78,558 miles

front antiroll bar corroded.

front brake disc slightly pitted through low use.

slight damage to front registration plate.

Pass 15 May 2009 78,444 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 78,160 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front exhaust bracket missing and centre insecure but not affecting security of exhaust at time of test.

Fail 13 May 2008 78,160 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake fluid reqires changing.

front exhaust bracket missing and centre insecure but not affecting security of exhaust at time of test.

Pass 30 Apr 2007 77,750 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 May 2006 73,240 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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UJF 926 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UJF 926, 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

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What year was UJF 926 registered?

UJF 926 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is UJF 926 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJF 926 shows 12 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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