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J200 MSL

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,542 mi
Last recorded138,542 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 MSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 138,542 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 138,537 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 138,535 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 137,705 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 135,559 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 133,541 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 May 2014 133,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 131,571 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 128,863 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 124,943 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 121,549 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 118,423 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 116,123 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 112,027 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 104,547 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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J200 MSL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 J200 MSL, 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 J200 MSL registered?

J200 MSL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 June 1995.

Is J200 MSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J200 MSL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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