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N2 EKS

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

123,569 mi
Last recorded123,569 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 EKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 123,569 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wipers only working on full speed.

brake pad wear indicator light on.

Fail 27 Sep 2023 123,566 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wipers only working on full speed.

brake pad wear indicator light on.

Fail 3 Dec 2021 123,557 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front steering idler slight play.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 123,252 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 123,237 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 123,235 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 123,229 miles

Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 123,172 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 12 Jun 2012 123,011 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 116,951 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 112,085 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 105,968 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 99,562 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 99,562 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 97,317 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 93,887 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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N2 EKS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N2 EKS, 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 N2 EKS registered?

N2 EKS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 August 1995.

Is N2 EKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 EKS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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