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M1 BCP

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,322 mi
Last recorded21,322 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 BCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 21,322 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device seal ring perishing

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 20,877 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 20,877 miles

Headlamp aim too high Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 20,255 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 20,144 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 19,793 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 19,353 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 18,853 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 18,553 miles

Nearside Front Steering idler slight play in shaft

Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2018 18,289 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,426 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 16,489 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,823 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 15,167 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 15,167 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 15,083 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 14,920 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 14,826 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 14,424 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 13,154 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 12,324 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 11,925 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 11,270 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 10,608 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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M1 BCP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 M1 BCP, 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 M1 BCP registered?

M1 BCP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 1994.

Is M1 BCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 BCP shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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