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M48 VTM

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

172,020 mi
Last recorded172,020 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM48 VTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 172,020 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 169,014 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 164,105 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 160,915 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 157,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 151,946 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 148,425 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 143,541 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 135,062 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 128,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 112,619 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 89,983 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 72,317 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Aug 2009 57,905 miles

steering damper has a light misting of oil

Pass 8 Aug 2008 51,480 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 51,480 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 46,580 miles

oil level low

wiper starting to smear

Pass 13 Oct 2006 46,450 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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M48 VTM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 M48 VTM, 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 M48 VTM registered?

M48 VTM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M48 VTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M48 VTM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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