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215 JH

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,377 mi
Last recorded48,377 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration215 JH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 48,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 48,339 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 48,174 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 47,891 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 47,784 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 47,784 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 46,591 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,465 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 45,465 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011
Pass 3 Aug 2006 116,083 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
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215 JH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 87,421 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 215 JH, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 215 JH registered?

215 JH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is 215 JH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 215 JH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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