1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.2L Petrol · P236 BPG
1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 41,824 miles. MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,824 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P236 BPG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 41,824 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P236 BPG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz Sl (P236 BPG) between December 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P236 BPG Mileage History
- 12/12/202241,185 mi
- 20/11/202341,442 mi+257 mi
- 09/12/202441,634 mi+192 mi
- 12/11/202541,824 mi+190 mi
- 12/11/202541,824 mi
Average of roughly 219 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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