MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,562 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
engine oil leak
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N218 VEC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 N218 VEC, 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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How do I check the history of N218 VEC?
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What year was N218 VEC registered?
N218 VEC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.
Is N218 VEC safe to buy?
The MOT history for N218 VEC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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