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N98 LUF

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,809 mi
Last recorded86,809 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN98 LUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 86,809 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2026 86,802 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front - rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 16 May 2024 86,675 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 86,116 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 85,092 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 82,019 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 81,306 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 80,750 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 79,861 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre has cut in sidewall

coil spring corroded all springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 79,530 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 79,178 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 78,260 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 77,378 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 76,884 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 76,090 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 75,299 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 74,273 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 72,961 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 71,576 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 70,681 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 70,679 miles

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

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

advise front pads look low# †advise front tyres wearing on inside edge advise tracking

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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N98 LUF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N98 LUF, 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 N98 LUF?

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What year was N98 LUF registered?

N98 LUF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 October 1995.

Is N98 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N98 LUF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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