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M257 CRV

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,164 mi
Last recorded76,164 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM257 CRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 76,164 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2016 76,072 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2016 76,072 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 75,996 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 75,852 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 75,223 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 74,763 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 74,076 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 71,274 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 71,274 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 67,104 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 64,657 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 60,650 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 56,651 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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M257 CRV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M257 CRV, 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 M257 CRV registered?

M257 CRV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 February 1995.

Is M257 CRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M257 CRV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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