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K9 JOA

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

103,829 mi
Last recorded103,829 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 JOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 103,829 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 102,962 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 98,558 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 98,558 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 97,056 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 both sides tyres wearing low on inner edges. 225/40/ZR18 92W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 96,763 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 96,646 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 96,171 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 95,305 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 94,693 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 92,858 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 89,732 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 86,423 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 86,423 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 85,688 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 84,490 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 84,407 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2009 81,993 miles

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)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 74,202 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 71,013 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 68,345 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2005 66,252 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 66,252 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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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K9 JOA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 K9 JOA, 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 K9 JOA registered?

K9 JOA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is K9 JOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 JOA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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