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M272 NEL

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

50,220 mi
Last recorded50,220 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM272 NEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 50,220 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 46,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 46,713 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 46,687 miles

tyre preasures low

Rear exhaust rusty

front strut top mounts poor

Pass 12 May 2022 46,636 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

under tray

Pass 18 May 2021 46,290 miles

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 May 2021 46,290 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 45,715 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 44,423 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 43,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 42,111 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 41,744 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 40,669 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 39,457 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,916 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 35,570 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2011 34,280 miles

fluctuation on front brake readings within test limits.

Pass 29 May 2010 33,642 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 33,160 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 33,160 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 31,335 miles

rear seat missing

Pass 16 Mar 2007 28,248 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 26,382 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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M272 NEL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 M272 NEL, 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 M272 NEL registered?

M272 NEL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M272 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M272 NEL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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