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OAW 825

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,858 mi
Last recorded77,858 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAW 825
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 77,858 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 77,832 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 77,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2016 77,168 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 77,164 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 76,269 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 76,269 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 76,242 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 76,204 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 76,204 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 76,192 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 75,988 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 74,448 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 74,417 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 71,574 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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OAW 825 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OAW 825, 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 OAW 825 registered?

OAW 825 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 April 1995.

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