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N199 GWU

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

87,470 mi
Last recorded87,470 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN199 GWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 87,470 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 87,455 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 87,164 miles

Under body covers obscuring some components

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2022 86,982 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Under floor trays obscuring some components

Pass 15 Jun 2021 86,635 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Under floor trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 May 2019 86,494 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 May 2018 86,033 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 31 May 2017 85,622 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 85,345 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 85,303 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 83,475 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 81,252 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 78,950 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 78,949 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 78,552 miles

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)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 78,208 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 77,255 miles

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)

Fail 16 Apr 2009 77,255 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 72,097 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 72,095 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 65,664 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 65,664 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 59,864 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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N199 GWU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N199 GWU, 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 N199 GWU?

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What year was N199 GWU registered?

N199 GWU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 October 1995.

Is N199 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N199 GWU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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