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SBD 643

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,142 mi
Last recorded99,142 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBD 643
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 99,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases deteriorated (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2013 98,973 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2013 98,964 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2012 98,836 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2006 93,613 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2006 93,613 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2005 83,753 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 83,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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SBD 643 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SBD 643, 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 SBD 643?

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What year was SBD 643 registered?

SBD 643 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 November 1995.

Is SBD 643 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBD 643 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBD 643 have outstanding finance?

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