MOT Status
ValidMileage
128,415 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
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))
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))
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))
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)
down pipe heat shield
top shock mounts starting to perish
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
both front top mounts starting to perrish
sill covers fitted
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
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
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
Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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