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WUB 443

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,197 mi
Last recorded137,197 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUB 443
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2022 137,197 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 137,073 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 136,600 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 136,391 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 136,156 miles

n/s and o/s top front shock absorber mountings starting to split

Pass 6 Jul 2016 135,729 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 135,052 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 133,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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WUB 443 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WUB 443, 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 WUB 443?

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What year was WUB 443 registered?

WUB 443 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is WUB 443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUB 443 shows 8 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 WUB 443 have outstanding finance?

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