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G17 AKH

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,391 mi
Last recorded77,391 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 AKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 77,391 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 76,825 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 76,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 76,132 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 75,006 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section of exhaust (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 75,004 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section of exhaust (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 71,932 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 28 May 2015 69,642 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 6 May 2014 69,591 miles

n/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 17 Aug 2012 69,562 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 68,196 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 68,161 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 66,176 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 66,176 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 65,148 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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G17 AKH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G17 AKH, 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

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What year was G17 AKH registered?

G17 AKH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is G17 AKH safe to buy?

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