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N389 PPR

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 PPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023

Offside Front wing rusted slightly sharp edge

Pass 6 Dec 2021 154,899 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 154,892 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure lens sharp edge (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 152,938 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 151,763 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 150,196 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 150,196 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 148,035 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 139,303 miles

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

Offside Front 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 14 May 2015 132,839 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 129,133 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 118,191 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 110,288 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 101,650 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 30 Jun 2010 92,904 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 92,904 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 89,891 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 85,633 miles

Both front suspension top rubbers starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 83,585 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 75,211 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 68,429 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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N389 PPR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N389 PPR, 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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What year was N389 PPR registered?

N389 PPR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 September 1995.

Is N389 PPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 PPR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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