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M407 XYA

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,862 mi
Last recorded44,862 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM407 XYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 44,862 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2026 44,821 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2025 43,652 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 41,492 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 40,131 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 38,836 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 37,530 miles

Rear both tyres on 3mm

Pass 30 Sep 2020 35,659 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 35,495 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 34,463 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 32,938 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 31,255 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 31,161 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 29,496 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2012 27,685 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 25,966 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 25,966 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 23,212 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 21,025 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,692 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,130 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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M407 XYA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M407 XYA, 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 M407 XYA registered?

M407 XYA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M407 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M407 XYA shows 21 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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