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M89 XMJ

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

43,924 mi
Last recorded43,924 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM89 XMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 43,924 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine and Rear Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 43,660 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking and perished - 20 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine and Rear Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking and perished - 20 years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 43,633 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 43,600 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear dif (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 43,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from lower area of engine and rear dif casing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 43,450 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff slight misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive lower of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 43,425 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 43,334 miles

Parking brake lever has some travel indicating adjustment required

Pass 9 Feb 2018 43,324 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 43,316 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt centre track rod o/s/joint (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 43,248 miles

advise battery positive terminal is not secure

Pass 4 Feb 2015 43,172 miles

Diff oil leaks

Engine oil leaks

Pass 5 Feb 2014 43,022 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 43,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 42,903 miles

Final drive oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2012 42,778 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 42,396 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 41,846 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 41,342 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 40,178 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 39,922 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING JOINTS

Pass 7 Feb 2006 38,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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M89 XMJ is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 M89 XMJ, 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 M89 XMJ registered?

M89 XMJ is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M89 XMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M89 XMJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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