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M389 TDA

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,422 mi
Last recorded107,422 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM389 TDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 107,422 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 107,391 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 104,121 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 99,108 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 96,608 miles

Both rear jacking points corroded

oil leaks

Pass 13 Oct 2016 92,787 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 89,337 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 85,801 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 86,784 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 81,118 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 75,871 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 64,268 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 58,183 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 52,625 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 46,485 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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M389 TDA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M389 TDA, 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 M389 TDA registered?

M389 TDA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 1995.

Is M389 TDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M389 TDA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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