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A16 AGY

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,210 mi
Last recorded29,210 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 AGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 29,210 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 29,209 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 29,108 miles

oil leakage detected on engine undercover

Pass 10 Aug 2023 28,854 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 28,756 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 28,456 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 28,456 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 28,441 miles

Central Front seering damper has slight oil leak.

Pass 15 Jul 2019 28,108 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 27,734 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 26,942 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,682 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 26,261 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 25,585 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 24,714 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,923 miles

Nearside Rear 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 13 Jul 2011 22,397 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 21,880 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 19,888 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 18,234 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 18,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,207 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 16,324 miles

windscreen chipped.

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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A16 AGY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc 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 A16 AGY, 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

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What year was A16 AGY registered?

A16 AGY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 December 1994.

Is A16 AGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 AGY 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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