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MSV 348

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,449 mi
Last recorded69,449 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 348
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2026 69,449 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2026 69,449 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2025 69,159 miles

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 68,912 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 68,494 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 68,257 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 67,883 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 67,529 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 66,587 miles

Front wipers smear

Pass 12 Nov 2018 66,278 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 65,272 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 64,814 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 64,243 miles

engine cover fitted obsuring some engine components

fuel cap seal perished on edges

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2014 63,781 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal starting to perish on edges

Pass 11 Nov 2013 63,339 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 62,318 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 61,555 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 60,768 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 60,424 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 58,787 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 58,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 58,039 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 55,071 miles

Front discs worn + rears rusty.

Small stone chips in screen.

Fail 31 Oct 2006 55,071 miles

Front discs worn + rears rusty.

Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Small stone chips in screen.

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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MSV 348 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red 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 MSV 348, 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 MSV 348 registered?

MSV 348 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is MSV 348 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 348 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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