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N490 CAN

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

128,415 mi
Last recorded128,415 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN490 CAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 128,415 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 124,656 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 123,779 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres slightly cracked on the outer edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres slightly cracked on the outer edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 122,929 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 121,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 121,610 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 119,235 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 119,235 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Sound deadening material insecure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 119,005 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 118,913 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 117,124 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 114,813 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 113,413 miles

down pipe heat shield

top shock mounts starting to perish

Fail 18 Mar 2014 113,379 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both front top mounts starting to perrish

sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2013 111,716 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

plastic outer sill covers fitted

slight play n/s steering

Fail 8 Mar 2013 111,716 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

plastic outer sill covers fitted

slight play n/s steering

Pass 7 Mar 2012 107,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

inner wheel tub liners fitted

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

outer sill covers fitted

slight play n/s steering

Pass 22 Mar 2011 103,151 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 98,774 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 98,774 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 94,016 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 89,181 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 84,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 84,043 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 79,229 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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N490 CAN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 N490 CAN, 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 N490 CAN registered?

N490 CAN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N490 CAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N490 CAN shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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