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C17 RTY

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,866 mi
Last recorded76,866 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 RTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 76,866 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 76,866 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Bulb replaced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Bulb replaced and aim checked (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour Bulb replaced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Bulb replaced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working Bulb replaced (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade replaced (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2014 73,949 miles

corrosion on front discs

centre of exhaust in poor condition

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2012 72,999 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 71,352 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 66,254 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 62,952 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 60,285 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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C17 RTY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C17 RTY, 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 C17 RTY registered?

C17 RTY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 1995.

Is C17 RTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 RTY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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