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71 JEF

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,727 mi
Last recorded85,727 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration71 JEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 85,727 miles

Registration plate lamp dim

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 85,727 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp dim

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 84,198 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 82,797 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 82,384 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 81,330 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 80,204 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 79,565 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 78,058 miles

Rear exhaust join very rusty

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay under car

Pass 4 Dec 2017 76,662 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 75,415 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 72,378 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 70,700 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 67,538 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 64,536 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 60,191 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 58,837 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 57,280 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 52,839 miles

Could not check outer sills as sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,722 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 43,286 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 43,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 34,892 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)

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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71 JEF 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 91.3%.

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 71 JEF, 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 71 JEF?

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What year was 71 JEF registered?

71 JEF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1994.

Is 71 JEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 71 JEF 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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