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E254 AGE

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,596 mi
Last recorded110,596 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 AGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 110,596 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 110,137 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 109,683 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 109,259 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 108,868 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 108,848 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 108,233 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 108,018 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 106,924 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 106,713 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 106,306 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 105,635 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 103,389 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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E254 AGE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 E254 AGE, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E254 AGE?

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What year was E254 AGE registered?

E254 AGE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 1988.

Is E254 AGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 AGE shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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