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N97 CAJ

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

96,659 mi
Last recorded96,659 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN97 CAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 96,659 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both front fog lights inoperative

Pass 18 Mar 2025 95,356 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 95,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 94,919 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 93,832 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 93,169 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 92,647 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 92,181 miles

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))

Fail 16 Mar 2020 92,181 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 91,617 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 86,110 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 81,577 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 80,036 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 78,421 miles

Fuel cap seal beginning to perish

Pass 16 Jul 2014 77,018 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Jul 2014 77,018 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 21 May 2013 75,106 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes covered in grease

exhaust deteriored

under car and components rusty

Pass 21 May 2013 75,106 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes covered in grease

exhaust deteriored

under car and components rusty

Pass 6 Oct 2011 72,656 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

front and n/s/r tyres wearing low on edges

under car and components rusty

Fail 5 Oct 2011 72,656 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

front and n/s/r tyres wearing low on edges

under car and components rusty

Pass 29 Sep 2010 70,660 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

covers fitted under car not allowing a full inspection

suspension components rusty

Fail 28 Sep 2010 70,660 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

covers fitted under car not allowing a full inspection

suspension components rusty

Pass 22 Aug 2009 68,756 miles

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

exhaust very rusty

suspension components rusty

Fail 22 Aug 2009 68,756 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

exhaust very rusty

suspension components rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2008 66,246 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 61,998 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 55,677 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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N97 CAJ is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 N97 CAJ, 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

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What year was N97 CAJ registered?

N97 CAJ is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N97 CAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N97 CAJ shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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