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L491 YVV

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,092 mi
Last recorded142,092 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL491 YVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 142,092 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 139,950 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 139,698 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 139,147 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 139,141 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 139,128 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 138,081 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 138,076 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 137,193 miles

Exhaust heat shield corroded

Nearside front lower ball joint dust cover starting to perish

Nearside rear tyre starting to crack and perish

Pass 8 Jun 2017 130,335 miles

wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 19 Feb 2016 133,374 miles

bulb failure light coming on lights all working ok

corosion to exhaust system

n/s/r tyre deeteriating

surface corosion to brake discs

wiper blade smearing screen

Fail 19 Feb 2016 133,374 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

bulb failure light coming on lights all working ok

corosion to exhaust system

n/s/r tyre deeteriating

surface corosion to brake discs

wiper blade smearing screen

Pass 4 Sep 2014 133,301 miles

corosion to exhaust system

Fail 27 Aug 2014 133,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

corosion to exhaust system

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 May 2014 130,896 miles

signs of deterioration to both front tyres inner walls

Pass 2 Apr 2013 126,574 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 124,069 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 124,069 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 122,232 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 122,232 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 119,113 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 119,113 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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L491 YVV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L491 YVV, 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

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What year was L491 YVV registered?

L491 YVV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L491 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L491 YVV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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