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A404 JOY

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

82,043 mi
Last recorded82,043 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA404 JOY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 82,043 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 81,489 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 80,676 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 79,830 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 78,120 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 76,427 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 76,427 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 75,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 74,640 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 73,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 73,138 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 72,842 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2014 71,817 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Oct 2012 68,409 miles

Exhaust becoming corroded

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 67,892 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 67,238 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 67,221 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 64,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front to rear fuel lines becomming corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2008 63,068 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 63,034 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2007 60,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

two front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2007 60,703 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 58,429 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Aug 2006 58,429 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A404 JOY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A404 JOY, 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 A404 JOY?

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What year was A404 JOY registered?

A404 JOY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is A404 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A404 JOY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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