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M137 POL

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

78,331 mi
Last recorded78,331 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM137 POL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 78,331 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 77,107 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 76,668 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 76,668 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 76,250 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 76,251 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 75,646 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 75,174 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 72,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 72,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 72,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 72,803 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 71,876 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 71,053 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 69,060 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 67,194 miles

front brake discs have wear

fuel cap seal slight deterioration

oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2014 63,353 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 59,640 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 56,337 miles

Oil leak

front offside and nearside tyre outer edges wearing low

Pass 14 Feb 2011 53,356 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 50,414 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 47,554 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 44,829 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 42,928 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

fuel cap seal minor cracks

Pass 21 Feb 2006 40,061 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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M137 POL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 M137 POL, 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 M137 POL registered?

M137 POL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 1995.

Is M137 POL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M137 POL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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