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L894 JOM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,184 mi
Last recorded97,184 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL894 JOM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 97,184 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 86,430 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 84,713 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 83,525 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 81,554 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2010 78,652 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 May 2009 86,125 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 74,882 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 74,551 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 73,948 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 80,719 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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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L894 JOM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L894 JOM, 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 L894 JOM registered?

L894 JOM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 January 1994.

Is L894 JOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L894 JOM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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