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N188 HGP

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,558 mi
Last recorded94,558 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN188 HGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 94,558 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 93,321 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 91,219 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 88,968 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 86,523 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 83,660 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 83,480 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2014 80,511 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 79,860 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 78,007 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 76,866 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 75,676 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise play steering joints

Pass 16 Apr 2009 74,080 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 72,181 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 71,621 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

nearside and offside front brake pads getting low

slight corrosion on exhaust system

Pass 22 Apr 2006 69,748 miles

all tyres side walls starting to perish

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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N188 HGP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N188 HGP, 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 N188 HGP registered?

N188 HGP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N188 HGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N188 HGP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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