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C6 SMH

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,203 mi
Last recorded101,203 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 SMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 101,203 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 98,886 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 98,886 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 96,439 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 96,397 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 96,835 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 94,468 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 94,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 94,941 miles

front indicators becoming pale

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 2 Nov 2006 94,077 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

N/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

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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C6 SMH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C6 SMH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C6 SMH?

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What year was C6 SMH registered?

C6 SMH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 August 1995.

Is C6 SMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C6 SMH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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