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ODZ 3938

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,099 mi
Last recorded60,099 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODZ 3938
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 60,099 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 59,800 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 59,412 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 59,412 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 59,269 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 59,042 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 58,810 miles

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

advise sill covers fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2021 58,810 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2020 58,220 miles

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

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2019 57,311 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 56,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 54,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 52,846 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 51,308 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 50,341 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2013 48,762 miles

engine leaking oil

Fail 21 Jun 2013 48,752 miles

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

engine leaking oil

Pass 25 Jun 2012 46,128 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 46,128 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 45,963 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007
Pass 31 Oct 2006

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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ODZ 3938 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 ODZ 3938, 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 ODZ 3938?

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What year was ODZ 3938 registered?

ODZ 3938 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is ODZ 3938 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODZ 3938 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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