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B1 ROD

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

176,398 mi
Last recorded176,398 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 ROD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 176,398 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 175,022 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 174,362 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 173,376 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 172,263 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 170,922 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 169,983 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 169,983 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 167,607 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 165,382 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 163,921 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 162,769 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 162,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 162,123 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 160,183 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 159,608 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 157,048 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 157,036 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 151,327 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 150,608 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 150,608 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 142,324 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 130,255 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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Sep 2006 121,571 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 121,571 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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B1 ROD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B1 ROD, 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 B1 ROD?

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What year was B1 ROD registered?

B1 ROD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 1994.

Is B1 ROD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 ROD shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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