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L45 OET

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,736 mi
Last recorded47,736 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL45 OET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 47,736 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 46,695 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 44,195 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 43,326 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 41,304 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 39,970 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 39,435 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 38,383 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 37,667 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 36,753 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 34,718 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 34,398 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 34,275 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 34,262 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 34,262 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 May 2011 34,129 miles

engine tick over high

stone chip windscreen

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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L45 OET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 L45 OET, 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 L45 OET?

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What year was L45 OET registered?

L45 OET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L45 OET safe to buy?

The MOT history for L45 OET shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L45 OET have outstanding finance?

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