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M32 TMF

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

153,333 mi
Last recorded153,333 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM32 TMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 153,333 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 152,968 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 152,962 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lamps (4.4.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Both front (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front wishbone inner bushes in poor condition

Track rod end ball joint has slight play Offside track rod inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 160,238 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 160,238 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2016 159,886 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 148,776 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 146,881 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 146,881 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 142,306 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 136,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 136,035 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 127,610 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 127,610 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 113,067 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 100,010 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 90,037 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 90,037 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 80,165 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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M32 TMF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 M32 TMF, 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 M32 TMF registered?

M32 TMF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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