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N126 HGK

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,831 mi
Last recorded91,831 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN126 HGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 91,831 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight oil leak from diff

Pass 20 Feb 2025 91,414 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight leak from diff

Pass 21 Feb 2024 91,013 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight leak from diff

Pass 22 Feb 2023 90,214 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak noted

Rear brake pipes corroded

Some wear noted in near side front steering idler arm

Pass 25 Feb 2022 89,668 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 88,910 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2021 88,910 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2020 88,688 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2018 87,666 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 86,511 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 85,760 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 14 May 2015 85,343 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak on engine

Pass 17 Apr 2014 85,285 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 11 Apr 2014 85,284 miles

Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 84,755 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 82,378 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 80,334 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 79,049 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 77,989 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 76,057 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 74,001 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 70,928 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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N126 HGK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N126 HGK, 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 N126 HGK registered?

N126 HGK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 September 1995.

Is N126 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N126 HGK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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