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M487 FUB

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,512 mi
Last recorded139,512 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 FUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 139,512 miles

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

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

front crossmember appears to have repair.

gearbox fluid pipe under radiator insecure.

offside and nearside rear tyres worn on limit:- recommend new.

Pass 8 Jun 2013 127,012 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 108,881 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 108,881 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 85,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake discs pitted

Pass 24 Nov 2006 84,965 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

exhaust outer skin corroded

steering free play close to excessive

Pass 12 Dec 2005 84,311 miles

1)no road tax 2)engine cover fitted at top 3)engine oil leaks n/s 4)nail in n/s/f tyre outer edge 5)slight play n/s/f wheel bearing 6)tyre size 225/55 zr16 95w

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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M487 FUB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 M487 FUB, 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 M487 FUB registered?

M487 FUB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M487 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M487 FUB shows 7 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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