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M163 EBX

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,894 mi
Last recorded69,894 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM163 EBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 69,894 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 69,894 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 69,506 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 69,081 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 68,701 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 67,640 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 66,344 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 63,236 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 60,717 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 57,815 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 55,198 miles

Front Oil Leak

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2015 55,198 miles

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

Front Oil Leak

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 53,610 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 52,566 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 52,566 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 51,148 miles

Oil leak

SRS LIGHT ON NEEDS ATTENTION

Pass 21 Mar 2011 50,646 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 50,646 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,421 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 47,530 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2008 45,814 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 43,437 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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M163 EBX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M163 EBX, 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

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What year was M163 EBX registered?

M163 EBX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M163 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M163 EBX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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