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L821 FTA

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,721 mi
Last recorded79,721 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL821 FTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 79,721 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 79,599 miles

All tyres are perishing

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 79,545 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 79,322 miles

Front wipers starting to smear

Pass 9 Oct 2015 77,684 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 74,434 miles

Some surface corrosion to suspension components

Pass 12 Oct 2013 73,115 miles

Sill covers fitted. Some surface corrosion to suspension components.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2012 71,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Slight surface corrosion to mechanical components.

Pass 22 Oct 2011 71,345 miles

Seatbelt extensions fitted. Slight surface corrosion to mechanical components.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 70,079 miles

Seat belt extensions fitted. Sill and under covers fitted. Slight oil leak from rear of engine. Staining from coolant leak at lower front of engine.

Pass 18 Nov 2009 69,504 miles

Seat belt extensions fitted. Slight oil leak from engine.Under covers fitted. Sill covers fitted. Surface corrosion to suspension components.

Pass 15 Dec 2008 68,670 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 68,509 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 68,078 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 67,422 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 67,422 miles

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

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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L821 FTA 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 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 L821 FTA, 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 L821 FTA registered?

L821 FTA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L821 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L821 FTA 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.

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