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L720 APJ

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

81,925 mi
Last recorded81,925 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL720 APJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 81,925 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 80,294 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 77,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 75,981 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 131,016 miles

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 2 Apr 2019 75,515 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 75,296 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 75,022 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 72,927 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 70,405 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 69,144 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 60,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 56,393 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 50,522 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 50,522 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 May 2009 46,869 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 44,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 41,650 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 38,002 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 33,754 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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L720 APJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 L720 APJ, 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 L720 APJ registered?

L720 APJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 March 1994.

Is L720 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L720 APJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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