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M504 VMH

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

84,310 mi
Last recorded84,310 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM504 VMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 84,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 84,298 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits ALSO ON IDLE (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear ONLY ONE REVERSE LIGHT AT REAR. ALSO PUTS BULB WARNING ON. OK ON YEAR OF CAR

Pass 22 Feb 2025 84,065 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 83,704 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 83,522 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 83,520 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 83,260 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 82,743 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 82,088 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 81,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 80,797 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 79,962 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 79,328 miles

slight play in nsf inner steering rack joint

Pass 11 Feb 2015 78,626 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 77,702 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 76,401 miles

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

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

exaust cats damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2012 75,699 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 74,459 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 72,549 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 70,701 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 69,398 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 68,163 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 67,011 miles

slight play n.s.f. wheel

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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M504 VMH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 M504 VMH, 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

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What year was M504 VMH registered?

M504 VMH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M504 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M504 VMH shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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