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FJZ 510

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

115,941 mi
Last recorded115,941 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJZ 510
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 115,941 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2025 114,959 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components have surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components have surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 113,980 miles

corrosion to front suspension arms and shockers.

corrosion to rear suspension subframe and suspension arms.

Pass 29 Mar 2023 111,525 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 111,525 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 110,572 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 110,246 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded and poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Front outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))

power steering pump damp

underside of car corroded and all components

Pass 24 Apr 2019 110,210 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 109,248 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 107,379 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 105,746 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 102,476 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 100,043 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 98,714 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 95,444 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 90,152 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 86,978 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 82,800 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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FJZ 510 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FJZ 510, 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.

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What year was FJZ 510 registered?

FJZ 510 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is FJZ 510 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJZ 510 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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