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SSY 266

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

121,026 mi
Last recorded121,026 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSY 266
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 121,026 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 120,254 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 117,649 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 117,041 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 116,530 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 115,648 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 114,463 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 114,063 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 113,435 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 112,648 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 111,663 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 110,844 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 110,207 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 109,669 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 108,355 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 103,741 miles

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

front wiper split but not smearing screen

Pass 26 Jan 2009 97,973 miles

rubber mounting missing from o/s/f tie bar

Pass 21 Jan 2008 93,546 miles

front tyre treads worn on edges and to wear indicators

o/s/f tie bar centre rubber mount split

rear tyre treads worn to wear indicators

Pass 31 Jan 2007 88,880 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 88,880 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2005 79,491 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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SSY 266 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SSY 266, 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

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What year was SSY 266 registered?

SSY 266 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 August 1995.

Is SSY 266 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSY 266 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSY 266 have outstanding finance?

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