CarVerify

Free Car Check

55 MPS

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

52,355 mi
Last recorded52,355 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration55 MPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 52,355 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 47,016 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 41,919 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 40,033 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 40,031 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 37,472 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 37,363 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 37,305 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 37,227 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,095 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 37,077 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,044 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,998 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 36,515 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,307 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 35,697 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 35,555 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,471 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 35,092 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2006 34,050 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

55 MPS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 55 MPS, 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 55 MPS?

You can check the full history of 55 MPS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 55 MPS registered?

55 MPS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is 55 MPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 MPS shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 55 MPS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 55 MPS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.