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L28 OSL

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,896 mi
Last recorded66,896 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL28 OSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 66,896 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 66,896 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 66,675 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 66,658 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 68,363 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 66,363 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 64,454 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,995 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 58,446 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 54,091 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 54,059 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 49,087 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 48,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 48,686 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 46,561 miles

parking brake travel indicates adjustment or repair required

Pass 21 Jun 2006 45,850 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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L28 OSL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 L28 OSL, 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 L28 OSL registered?

L28 OSL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 January 1994.

Is L28 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L28 OSL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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