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L8 JGA

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,205 mi
Last recorded80,205 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 JGA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 80,205 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 79,713 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 79,100 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 77,505 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 76,403 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 76,403 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 75,645 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 74,404 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 73,669 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 73,159 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 72,427 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,139 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 69,885 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 68,933 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 68,933 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 67,600 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 65,809 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 62,862 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 60,295 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2007 57,452 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 57,452 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 53,891 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 51,150 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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L8 JGA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L8 JGA, 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 L8 JGA registered?

L8 JGA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 1995.

Is L8 JGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 JGA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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