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N225 BHE

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,528 mi
Last recorded104,528 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN225 BHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2025 104,528 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 104,455 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 104,132 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 103,648 miles

Offside Front damage to wing but no sharp areas

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and multiple suspension corroded but not effecting the strengh and no sharp objects (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 103,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 102,422 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 100,518 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 98,786 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

centre silencer corroded

sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2018 98,785 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

centre silencer corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2017 98,220 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 97,077 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 94,849 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 94,777 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 93,701 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 93,701 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 92,657 miles

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

only one front fog light working

Pass 11 Dec 2012 92,657 miles

only one front fog light working

Fail 5 Dec 2011 91,440 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 91,440 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 89,168 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 86,777 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 86,777 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front wiper blade slightly deteriated

nearside rear and offside rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2007 85,526 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 82,548 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Right front tyre worn to 1.6mm at inside edge.

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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N225 BHE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N225 BHE, 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 N225 BHE registered?

N225 BHE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 August 1995.

Is N225 BHE safe to buy?

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