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N860 VWP

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,456 mi
Last recorded71,456 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN860 VWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 71,456 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Apr 2026 71,456 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2023 71,413 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 71,413 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 70,423 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 69,571 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 69,262 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 67,999 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 67,603 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 67,195 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 24 May 2016 65,743 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 65,074 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 May 2014 64,217 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 62,423 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 61,523 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 12 May 2011 59,237 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 58,152 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 54,319 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 51,106 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 48,903 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 May 2006 44,469 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 44,468 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N860 VWP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 N860 VWP, 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 N860 VWP registered?

N860 VWP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N860 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N860 VWP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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