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M970 NOD

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,366 mi
Last recorded68,366 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM970 NOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 68,366 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 67,735 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 67,711 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 67,395 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 67,022 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 66,716 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 66,466 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 66,051 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 65,808 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 65,424 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 64,464 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 63,296 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 62,429 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 61,931 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 60,376 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)

Fail 29 Jul 2010 60,376 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear 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 27 Jul 2009 57,539 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 54,283 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 52,087 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 49,233 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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M970 NOD is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M970 NOD, 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 M970 NOD?

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What year was M970 NOD registered?

M970 NOD is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 May 1995.

Is M970 NOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M970 NOD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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