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5482 EL

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,551 mi
Last recorded55,551 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5482 EL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 55,551 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 55,427 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 55,388 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 55,203 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 55,141 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 55,104 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 55,076 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 54,617 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 54,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 53,974 miles

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

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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5482 EL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 5482 EL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5482 EL?

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What year was 5482 EL registered?

5482 EL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is 5482 EL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5482 EL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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