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N580 HGH

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,384 mi
Last recorded134,384 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN580 HGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 134,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 134,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 132,496 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 129,708 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 May 2019 129,700 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 129,637 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 129,436 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 129,427 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 129,181 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 14 Jun 2016 129,180 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jun 2015 128,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 127,737 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 127,328 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 126,498 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 126,498 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 123,999 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 122,282 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 122,282 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 120,910 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 120,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 116,676 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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N580 HGH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N580 HGH, 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 N580 HGH registered?

N580 HGH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N580 HGH safe to buy?

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