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L858 MJB

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

99,081 mi
Last recorded99,081 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL858 MJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 99,081 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides under arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 98,741 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 98,416 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 97,714 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 97,032 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 96,493 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 96,015 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 95,229 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2018 95,229 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 93,866 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 92,138 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 91,794 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 90,454 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes perishing

n/s/f outer track rod end dust boot perishing

Pass 14 Dec 2012 87,903 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 87,903 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 85,190 miles

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

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

cannot inspect all brake pipes

Pass 24 Jun 2009 84,249 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 82,475 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 80,748 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 80,575 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 77,273 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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L858 MJB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L858 MJB, 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.

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What year was L858 MJB registered?

L858 MJB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L858 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L858 MJB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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