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GDO 517

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,549 mi
Last recorded72,549 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDO 517
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 72,549 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 71,859 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 70,145 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 68,277 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 67,104 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 66,235 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 66,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Pass 10 May 2007 64,823 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 61,362 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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GDO 517 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GDO 517, 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 GDO 517?

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What year was GDO 517 registered?

GDO 517 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 August 1994.

Is GDO 517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDO 517 shows 9 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.

Does GDO 517 have outstanding finance?

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