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G4 EDM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,999 mi
Last recorded77,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 EDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 77,999 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 75,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 75,031 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 74,638 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear diff leaking

Pass 30 Apr 2020 74,502 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 74,202 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2.2mm (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 73,550 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 72,676 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 71,881 miles

engine oil leak

o/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2014 70,248 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

bonnet release lever insecure

boont lid sound proof cover insecure

exhaust system slightly deterioted

Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,858 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 64,645 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

nearside front tyre sidewall slight damage no cords exposed

offside front headlamp chiped

Fail 7 Jun 2011 64,645 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

nearside front tyre sidewall slight damage no cords exposed

offside front headlamp chiped

Pass 28 May 2010 57,237 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2009 54,720 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 May 2009 54,720 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 51,630 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 48,274 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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G4 EDM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G4 EDM, 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 G4 EDM registered?

G4 EDM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is G4 EDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 EDM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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