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L9 DCD

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

148,432 mi
Last recorded148,432 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 DCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 148,432 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 148,026 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 147,856 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front recommend tracking check (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2023 147,546 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 147,263 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 23 Aug 2021 147,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

centre & rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2020 147,109 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 14 May 2019 146,985 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 18 May 2018 146,764 miles

Oil leak

brake pipes greased

general corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 20 May 2017 146,283 miles

general corrosion to exhaust system

oil leak on engine

rear brake pipes greased

Pass 19 May 2016 145,387 miles

general corrosion to exhaust system

rear brake pipes greased

Pass 8 May 2015 144,996 miles

brake pipes greased

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 May 2014 144,109 miles

exhaust system corroded

rear brake pipes greased

Pass 18 May 2013 143,255 miles

general corrosion to exhaust system

oil leak on engine

rear brake pipes greased

vehicle not on gass analizer data base

Fail 16 May 2013 143,255 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

general corrosion to exhaust system

oil leak on engine

rear brake pipes greased

vehicle not on gass analizer data base

Pass 31 May 2012 142,602 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 141,856 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 141,492 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 141,446 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 132,433 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 121,895 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 117,837 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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L9 DCD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 L9 DCD, 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 L9 DCD registered?

L9 DCD is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L9 DCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 DCD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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