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M281 TJO

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,160 mi
Last recorded72,160 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM281 TJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 72,160 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 72,060 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 71,748 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 71,552 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 71,396 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 71,111 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 70,517 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 69,355 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2017 68,789 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 68,787 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 May 2016 66,966 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 May 2015 65,841 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 64,513 miles

nearside front tyre cracking

Pass 8 May 2013 62,428 miles

n/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

Pass 2 May 2012 60,827 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

Fail 1 May 2012 60,827 miles

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

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

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern

Pass 17 May 2011 59,560 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 58,620 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 58,617 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 7 May 2009 57,045 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 57,036 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre sidewall cracking but not showing cords at time of test

Pass 9 May 2008 55,629 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 52,209 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 50,772 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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M281 TJO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M281 TJO, 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 M281 TJO registered?

M281 TJO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M281 TJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M281 TJO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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