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M99 MGB

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,985 mi
Last recorded141,985 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM99 MGB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 141,985 miles

exhaust flange bolts are badly corroded on rear exhaust silencer,

Pass 22 Oct 2024 140,570 miles

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

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

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 13 Nov 2023 139,921 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tires worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 139,921 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tires worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 138,417 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 136,859 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 135,818 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 134,676 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 133,651 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 133,651 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 131,364 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 127,541 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 125,250 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 121,833 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 116,396 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 114,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2011 112,005 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 108,768 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 103,534 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 99,473 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 94,367 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 94,367 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 86,779 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 81,345 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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M99 MGB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc 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 M99 MGB, 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 M99 MGB registered?

M99 MGB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 March 1995.

Is M99 MGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M99 MGB 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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