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M13 SPT

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,505 mi
Last recorded53,505 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 SPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 53,505 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))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 51,687 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 48,475 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly cut (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 48,475 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly cut (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 46,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 46,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 43,935 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 39,694 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 37,805 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box corroded on seam (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 37,446 miles

FRONT PADS LOW +FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES +BOTH BOTTOM BALL JOINT RUBBERS CRACKING

Pass 1 Nov 2017 37,190 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 33,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 30,673 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner sidewall small split

Pass 15 Sep 2014 27,887 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 24,510 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 24,510 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,572 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,630 miles

steering damper has a light misting of oil

Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,145 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 20,193 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 29,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 19,045 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 18,431 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,054 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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M13 SPT is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M13 SPT, 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 M13 SPT registered?

M13 SPT is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M13 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 SPT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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