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L221 VRK

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,384 mi
Last recorded42,384 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 VRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 42,384 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 41,095 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 39,257 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 35,745 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 33,191 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 31,604 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 27,845 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 22,766 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 19,213 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 19,162 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,479 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 17,813 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 16,926 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 15,363 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,154 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 14,154 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 13,124 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 10,346 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 10,301 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 9,294 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 9,087 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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L221 VRK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L221 VRK, 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 L221 VRK?

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What year was L221 VRK registered?

L221 VRK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 January 1994.

Is L221 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L221 VRK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L221 VRK have outstanding finance?

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