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SSX 1

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 5956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

91,937 mi
Last recorded91,937 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSX 1
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,956cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 91,937 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 91,590 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 91,145 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 90,614 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 89,872 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 89,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 88,113 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 87,712 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 86,933 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 86,933 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 85,954 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 83,751 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 82,855 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 81,961 miles

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

both front tyres worn slightly on edges

Pass 8 Oct 2012 80,644 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 78,130 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 74,556 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 68,979 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 64,974 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 62,163 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 59,767 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)

Pass 3 Nov 2004 54,881 miles

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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SSX 1 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SSX 1, 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 SSX 1?

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What year was SSX 1 registered?

SSX 1 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 May 1995.

Is SSX 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSX 1 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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