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N500 CMB

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,214 mi
Last recorded57,214 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN500 CMB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 57,214 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 57,214 miles

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

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

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 55,090 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 55,090 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 59,969 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 59,969 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 51,081 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 49,432 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 49,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 47,359 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 44,952 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 44,054 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 44,016 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 43,911 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,626 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,148 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 41,687 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 38,733 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 35,218 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 34,399 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 33,458 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 32,278 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 31,174 miles

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

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

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

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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N500 CMB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N500 CMB, 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 N500 CMB?

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What year was N500 CMB registered?

N500 CMB is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N500 CMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N500 CMB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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