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M57 LAC

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

141,852 mi
Last recorded141,852 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM57 LAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 141,852 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 141,844 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 141,366 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 140,880 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 140,652 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 140,491 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 140,178 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded surface rust (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2019 140,178 miles

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

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded surface rust (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 139,690 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 138,011 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 136,486 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 133,201 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 130,809 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 126,223 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 119,972 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 116,242 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 111,632 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 105,900 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 101,094 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 97,021 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 94,577 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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M57 LAC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M57 LAC, 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

How do I check the history of M57 LAC?

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What year was M57 LAC registered?

M57 LAC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 June 1995.

Is M57 LAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M57 LAC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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