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M12 XSL

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,947 mi
Last recorded122,947 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 XSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 122,947 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 121,636 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 121,586 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 121,586 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 121,586 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 121,476 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 121,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 121,035 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 119,412 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 119,369 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 104,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front wheel outer rim slightly bent

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 80,019 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 56,564 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front indicator lens cover broken

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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M12 XSL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M12 XSL, 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 M12 XSL registered?

M12 XSL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M12 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 XSL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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