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M1 CHJ

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,215 mi
Last recorded40,215 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 CHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 40,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONTS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONTS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH REARS (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REARS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH REARS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS SHOCKS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened REAR AXLE CORRODED AND ALL ARMS ON REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 39,953 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both registration plates held on with cable ties

Pass 14 Aug 2024 39,663 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

both registration plates held on with cable ties

Fail 13 Aug 2024 39,659 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

both registration plates held on with cable ties

Pass 25 Aug 2023 39,457 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both number plates held on by cable ties

Pass 24 Aug 2022 39,206 miles

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

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

both registration plates cable tied over other plates

Fail 24 Aug 2022 39,206 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

both registration plates cable tied over other plates

Pass 10 Aug 2021 38,829 miles

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

Rear rear differential oil leak but not excessive

Pass 25 Aug 2020 38,677 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 37,853 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 36,983 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 36,509 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 35,517 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,178 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 33,178 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 28,443 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 27,126 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 26,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres perishing

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,622 miles

both front tyres perishing

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 17 Jul 2010 26,119 miles

all four tyre sidewalls are cracked/perished

Pass 1 Jun 2009 25,710 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 25,502 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 22,387 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 22,387 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 5 May 2006 17,935 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 CHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CHJ, 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 CHJ registered?

M1 CHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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