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N938 JLU

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,426 mi
Last recorded59,426 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN938 JLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 59,426 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 63,170 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 59,426 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 17 May 2011 58,772 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 58,502 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 58,190 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 57,608 miles

long hand brake travel

o/s inner track rod end gaiter leaking

Pass 26 Apr 2007 56,913 miles

n/s+o/s front shock absorber gaiters split + insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2006 55,597 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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N938 JLU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N938 JLU, 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 N938 JLU registered?

N938 JLU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N938 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N938 JLU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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