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M105 TVM

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,386 mi
Last recorded59,386 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM105 TVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 59,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 59,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 59,201 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 59,091 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 59,011 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 59,009 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn noisey in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 58,766 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 57,998 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,902 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 25 Jul 2014 57,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 56,753 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 56,205 miles

middle section badly corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2011 55,476 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 54,543 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 54,016 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 51,826 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 50,293 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 49,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

offside rear and nearside front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 18 Jul 2006 45,705 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 42,404 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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M105 TVM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc 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 M105 TVM, 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 M105 TVM registered?

M105 TVM is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M105 TVM safe to buy?

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