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MRM 580

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

116,634 mi
Last recorded116,634 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRM 580
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 116,634 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 116,428 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 116,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 116,034 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 116,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 115,327 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 115,018 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 114,301 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 113,826 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 112,606 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 112,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 109,734 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 109,523 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Wipers smear on screen

Fuel cap seal perished

Offside Front Door not holding open on check strap

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak Engine area

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear / mid exhaust box (7.1.2)

Rear Oil leak Diff input shaft seal

Pass 1 Oct 2015 105,685 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

rear diff leaking

Pass 31 Oct 2014 101,560 miles

Oil leak

rear diff oil seal leaking

Pass 24 Oct 2013 94,994 miles

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

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on outer edge but not to cords

rear differential has a slight leak

Pass 26 Oct 2012 92,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 88,333 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 85,807 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 81,775 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 81,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 80,199 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 77,238 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2006 75,086 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 75,086 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 73,809 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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MRM 580 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 MRM 580, 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 MRM 580?

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What year was MRM 580 registered?

MRM 580 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 June 1995.

Is MRM 580 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRM 580 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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