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6240 DF

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,091 mi
Last recorded36,091 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6240 DF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 36,091 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,081 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 36,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 36,065 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 36,060 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2012 36,060 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2009 34,842 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 31,203 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 28,148 miles

slight play o/s/f hub bearing

Pass 17 Oct 2006 26,907 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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6240 DF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 6240 DF, 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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How do I check the history of 6240 DF?

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What year was 6240 DF registered?

6240 DF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 1995.

Is 6240 DF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6240 DF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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