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L999 SLS

1995 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

117,097 mi
Last recorded117,097 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL999 SLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 117,097 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Fail 5 Feb 2021 117,097 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Pass 25 Nov 2019 115,998 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 111,957 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 107,232 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 107,232 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 103,627 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 103,627 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 101,104 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 98,393 miles

slight play in nearside steering idler bush

Fail 26 Sep 2014 98,393 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

slight play in nearside steering idler bush

Pass 19 Sep 2013 96,925 miles

front bumper slightly damaged

slight play in nearside steering idler

Pass 24 Sep 2012 94,718 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 92,928 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 92,928 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 91,248 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 91,248 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 89,939 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 89,939 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 88,877 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 86,121 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 85,507 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 85,507 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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L999 SLS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L999 SLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L999 SLS?

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What year was L999 SLS registered?

L999 SLS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 August 1995.

Is L999 SLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L999 SLS shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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