CarVerify

Free Car Check

XIB 6381

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,694 mi
Last recorded30,694 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIB 6381
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 30,694 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 30,694 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 30,248 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 29,980 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 29,926 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 29,906 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 29,893 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 29,862 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 29,862 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 29,728 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 29,596 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 29,267 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 29,066 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 28,774 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 28,594 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 27,820 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 27,076 miles

N/S/F foglight lens broken.

Pass 24 Feb 2009 26,403 miles

Brake pipes rusty

Fuel pipes rusty

Pass 4 Mar 2008 24,994 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front & rear brake discs deteriated

Pass 27 Feb 2007 23,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

f/brake discs deteriated

Pass 20 Feb 2006 22,662 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XIB 6381 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XIB 6381, 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 XIB 6381?

You can check the full history of XIB 6381 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XIB 6381 registered?

XIB 6381 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is XIB 6381 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIB 6381 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XIB 6381 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XIB 6381. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.