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JEF 7S

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,244 mi
Last recorded96,244 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEF 7S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 May 2025 96,244 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 94,283 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 92,764 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 92,234 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 90,097 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 89,351 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 87,992 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 86,443 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 85,194 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 84,023 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 82,195 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 80,263 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 78,018 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 75,481 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 73,611 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 70,509 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 68,966 miles

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

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

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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JEF 7S is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JEF 7S, 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 JEF 7S?

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What year was JEF 7S registered?

JEF 7S is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 October 1995.

Is JEF 7S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEF 7S shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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