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M549 EFK

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

127,905 mi
Last recorded127,905 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM549 EFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 127,905 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

windscreen repaired

Pass 24 Mar 2022 125,644 miles

Offside Crack in screen

Rear exhaust box skin corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 125,413 miles

Exhaust system heavily corroded

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears and on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Slight diff oil leak

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 125,394 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 125,394 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 121,935 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 117,886 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 113,170 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 108,031 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 100,375 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 92,904 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 81,009 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 80,955 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 78,957 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 78,910 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 75,210 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 73,043 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 68,482 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 64,163 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 60,057 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 55,112 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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M549 EFK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M549 EFK, 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 M549 EFK registered?

M549 EFK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 February 1995.

Is M549 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M549 EFK shows 21 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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