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M151 UES

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

78,120 mi
Last recorded78,120 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM151 UES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 78,120 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

all 4 tyres worn on edge

Pass 12 May 2025 77,080 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

all four tyres worn on edges

Pass 30 Apr 2024 76,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 75,052 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 75,052 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 74,428 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 73,820 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 73,412 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 71,785 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 69,737 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 68,173 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 67,442 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 67,073 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 66,094 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 65,708 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 64,884 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 58,442 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,384 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 46,210 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 46,207 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 45,395 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 44,130 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 42,426 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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M151 UES is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 M151 UES, 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 M151 UES registered?

M151 UES is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M151 UES safe to buy?

The MOT history for M151 UES shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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