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M470 GGK

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,012 mi
Last recorded135,012 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM470 GGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,198cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2010 135,012 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2008 134,594 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 134,594 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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M470 GGK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M470 GGK, 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 M470 GGK registered?

M470 GGK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M470 GGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M470 GGK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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