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TIJ 698

1995 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

164,474 mi
Last recorded164,474 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl87,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIJ 698
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 164,474 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 162,827 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 160,026 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 157,241 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 154,727 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 149,785 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 147,961 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 143,679 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 139,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 133,542 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 130,265 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 13,088 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 129,786 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

front brake flex hoses cracking but no cords showing.

rear silencer mounting flange bolts corroded and very thin

washer jets leaking into engine bay but still deliver fluid to screen

Pass 30 Apr 2013 128,739 miles

corrosion at rear exhaust back box flange

o/s/f washer jet cracked

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 128,739 miles

Centre Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

corrosion at rear exhaust back box flange

o/s/f washer jet cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2012 126,784 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 126,756 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 123,861 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 120,785 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 120,509 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 115,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 111,053 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 105,577 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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TIJ 698 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 TIJ 698, 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 TIJ 698?

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What year was TIJ 698 registered?

TIJ 698 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 August 1995.

Is TIJ 698 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIJ 698 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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