1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.2L Petrol · M895 GAP
1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.2L, petrol). First registered 17 Mar 1995. Recorded mileage 117,435 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,435 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M895 GAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2026
- 117,435 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M895 GAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Mercedes-Benz Sl (M895 GAP) between July 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
M895 GAP Mileage History
- 05/07/2022114,012 mi
- 13/07/2023115,501 mi+1,489 mi
- 24/06/2024115,783 mi+282 mi
- 18/06/2025116,631 mi+848 mi
- 16/06/2026117,435 mi+804 mi
Average of roughly 867 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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