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HIW 648

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

144,575 mi
Last recorded144,575 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIW 648
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 144,575 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 144,561 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 144,534 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 143,987 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 143,028 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 143,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2021 141,587 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 141,462 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 140,610 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 138,663 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 137,173 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 135,901 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 134,397 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 134,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 130,795 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 122,160 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 113,207 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 104,435 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 95,722 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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HIW 648 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HIW 648, 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 HIW 648 registered?

HIW 648 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 29 September 1995.

Is HIW 648 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIW 648 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HIW 648 have outstanding finance?

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