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M59 BCK

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,529 mi
Last recorded129,529 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM59 BCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 129,529 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2026 129,518 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 126,104 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear differential leaking

some corrosion on underside suspension components and rear subframe

Pass 15 Aug 2024 125,462 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 124,821 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 124,019 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 122,316 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 122,316 miles

Central Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt push / pull barr (both ball joint boots) (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose bolt (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 120,553 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 116,552 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 112,821 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 112,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 106,551 miles

front tyres close to limit

Pass 11 Apr 2016 102,100 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)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 98,558 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 98,393 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 97,411 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 52,816 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 2 Sep 2011 93,177 miles

rear brake pipes corrodeing

Pass 2 Sep 2010 89,701 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 83,529 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 78,497 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 73,398 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 65,328 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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M59 BCK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M59 BCK, 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 M59 BCK registered?

M59 BCK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 April 1995.

Is M59 BCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M59 BCK shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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