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ABO 43

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,721 mi
Last recorded45,721 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABO 43
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 45,721 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 45,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 45,159 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 44,846 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 44,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 44,126 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 9 Oct 2019 43,753 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 43,129 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 42,786 miles

underside not fully checked due to plastic under trays fitted,o/s n/s/f tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Oct 2016 40,834 miles

undertray fitted obscuring some items

Pass 16 Oct 2015 39,900 miles

oil leak

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Oct 2014 38,675 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some items

various suspension and chassis components corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2013 37,488 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,448 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate damaged

o/s/r tyre cracked on sidewall

Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,644 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 34,857 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 33,519 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Oct 2008 32,280 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 32,255 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 30,984 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 29,182 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
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ABO 43 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 ABO 43, 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 ABO 43?

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What year was ABO 43 registered?

ABO 43 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is ABO 43 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABO 43 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ABO 43 have outstanding finance?

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