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M396 WRF

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

104,902 mi
Last recorded104,902 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM396 WRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 104,902 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 104,872 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 104,843 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 104,750 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 104,635 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 104,147 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 103,182 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 101,930 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 101,525 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 99,251 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 98,129 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 98,014 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 95,778 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 95,778 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 86,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corrosion on floor

deterioration in all exhaust system

Fail 8 Jan 2008 82,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 82,052 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 72,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 65,783 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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M396 WRF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M396 WRF, 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

How do I check the history of M396 WRF?

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What year was M396 WRF registered?

M396 WRF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 April 1995.

Is M396 WRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M396 WRF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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