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M517 DLB

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,598 mi
Last recorded91,598 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM517 DLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 91,598 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 89,130 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 May 2017 85,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 May 2017 85,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 82,569 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 76,020 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fan belt perished

osr metal brake pipe slightly corroded

play in steering idler when on full lock

Pass 25 Jul 2013 68,471 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 67,971 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 67,030 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 67,030 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 65,717 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 65,411 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 65,252 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 62,254 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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M517 DLB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 M517 DLB, 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 M517 DLB registered?

M517 DLB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 June 1995.

Is M517 DLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M517 DLB shows 14 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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