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M97 CLX

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,558 mi
Last recorded143,558 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM97 CLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2025 143,558 miles

all front suspension arms & springs corroded

all rear suspension arms and springs corroded

exhaust system corroded

n/s/front steering drag link slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2024 142,200 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2023 141,434 miles

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 16 Nov 2022 140,727 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

general corrosion on all suspension components but not affecting strength

Pass 17 Nov 2021 136,043 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 134,210 miles

all coil springs corroded

offside front fog light not working

offside front lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated

Pass 15 Aug 2019 133,948 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 133,578 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 133,433 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 132,390 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 129,400 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 126,156 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 121,731 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 118,364 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 115,715 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 113,383 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 108,990 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 105,835 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 100,159 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 97,612 miles

slight play in n/s steering idler

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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M97 CLX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M97 CLX, 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 M97 CLX registered?

M97 CLX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 1995.

Is M97 CLX safe to buy?

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