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M123 CLE

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

75,806 mi
Last recorded75,806 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM123 CLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 75,806 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 74,202 miles

engine has minor oil leak

Pass 13 May 2022 73,497 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 70,211 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 69,655 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 67,329 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s slow to lock (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2019 67,329 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour pale (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s slow to lock (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Side repeater not working both out (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 66,183 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 66,018 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 66,018 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 62,613 miles

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre worn

Fail 22 Dec 2015 62,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre worn

Pass 29 Dec 2014 59,558 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 59,558 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 55,032 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 53,018 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 51,833 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 50,432 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 48,924 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 45,464 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 45,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2007 42,681 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 39,629 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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M123 CLE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M123 CLE, 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 M123 CLE?

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What year was M123 CLE registered?

M123 CLE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 January 1995.

Is M123 CLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M123 CLE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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