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M649 CEY

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,413 mi
Last recorded102,413 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM649 CEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2014 102,413 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 102,413 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 102,154 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 100,621 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 98,717 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 98,714 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 98,710 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 98,702 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Slight steering pull to nearside-probably caused by uneven wear on front tyres

Pass 19 May 2008 98,702 miles

Slight steering pull to nearside-probably caused by uneven wear on front tyres

Pass 25 Jan 2007 89,760 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 91,497 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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M649 CEY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M649 CEY, 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 M649 CEY registered?

M649 CEY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M649 CEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M649 CEY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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