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M20 TED

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

162,674 mi
Last recorded162,674 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM20 TED
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 162,674 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 162,505 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 162,285 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 161,128 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 160,196 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 159,534 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 158,738 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jul 2018 158,379 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 156,762 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 155,736 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 153,534 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 152,117 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 151,463 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 151,199 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 150,233 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 148,939 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 146,422 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 141,856 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 134,278 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2006 134,278 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

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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M20 TED is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M20 TED, 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 M20 TED registered?

M20 TED is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M20 TED safe to buy?

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