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N148 MFR

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,736 mi
Last recorded119,736 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN148 MFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 119,736 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 119,487 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 119,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 119,093 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 118,127 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 115,628 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 115,520 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 114,520 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 114,405 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 113,775 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 111,583 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 109,719 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 109,452 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 108,452 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 106,218 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 104,415 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 102,488 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 99,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 99,844 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 97,670 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 94,348 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 91,878 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 89,087 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 89,077 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 86,961 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 86,961 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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N148 MFR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N148 MFR, 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 N148 MFR?

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What year was N148 MFR registered?

N148 MFR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is N148 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N148 MFR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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