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N246 BKW

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,426 mi
Last recorded55,426 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN246 BKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 55,426 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 55,342 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 55,317 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 54,995 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 54,827 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 54,625 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 53,679 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 flexi ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fuel hose chafing hose to filter (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 53,679 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 flexi ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fuel hose chafing hose to filter (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2010 49,380 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 49,380 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 43,935 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 42,071 miles

slight play ns inner track rod end,rear tail pipes missing but still able to do emmissions

Pass 9 Aug 2006 38,629 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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N246 BKW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N246 BKW, 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 N246 BKW?

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What year was N246 BKW registered?

N246 BKW is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N246 BKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N246 BKW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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