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51 CLJ

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

55,608 mi
Last recorded55,608 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration51 CLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 55,608 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 54,775 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jan 2024 53,361 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mounting bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Dec 2023 53,361 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mounting bush excessively split (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mounting bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2022 51,890 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 50,689 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 50,251 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 49,772 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 47,538 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 11 Dec 2018 47,537 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 46,130 miles

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 43,552 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 42,280 miles

Front coil spring corroded and rear both side (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2014 40,641 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 40,641 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 39,774 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 39,152 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 38,330 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 37,498 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,480 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,592 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 35,079 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 34,236 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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51 CLJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 89,214 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 51 CLJ, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 51 CLJ registered?

51 CLJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 1994.

Is 51 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 51 CLJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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