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L505 XDE

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,482 mi
Last recorded48,482 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL505 XDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 48,482 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 48,475 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 48,407 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 48,248 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,951 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 47,077 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 45,979 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 45,383 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2012 44,946 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 43,912 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,409 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 41,308 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 41,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 40,273 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 38,854 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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L505 XDE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 L505 XDE, 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 L505 XDE?

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What year was L505 XDE registered?

L505 XDE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is L505 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L505 XDE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L505 XDE have outstanding finance?

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