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M254 AJN

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

147,941 mi
Last recorded147,941 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 AJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 147,941 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 147,554 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 145,477 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 134,900 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 134,900 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2018 134,104 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear. (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 134,104 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear. (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 126,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 126,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 122,363 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 122,363 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 May 2014 119,006 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 119,006 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 118,613 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 117,944 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 117,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2011 117,625 miles

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

nearside headlight slightly insecure

nearside top susupension top mount noisey

offside drivers window inop

offside front headlight slightly insecure

offside rear tyre bald inner edge and cuts in side wall just ok for mot (265/35/18)

oil leak from engine

Fail 25 May 2011 117,625 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

nearside headlight slightly insecure

nearside top susupension top mount noisey

offside drivers window inop

offside front headlight slightly insecure

offside rear tyre bald inner edge and cuts in side wall just ok for mot (265/35/18)

oil leak from engine

Pass 11 May 2010 113,032 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 107,387 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 100,141 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 100,137 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 91,555 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 91,546 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 85,575 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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M254 AJN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 M254 AJN, 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 M254 AJN registered?

M254 AJN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M254 AJN safe to buy?

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