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M522 GPG

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

140,116 mi
Last recorded140,116 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM522 GPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 140,116 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 140,008 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 139,609 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 139,420 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL CREAKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 139,178 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 138,907 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 138,463 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 137,908 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 137,528 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 137,006 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 136,313 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 135,337 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 134,237 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 132,754 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

slight oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2013 132,754 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

slight oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2012 131,026 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 128,783 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2011 128,781 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2010 124,873 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 124,873 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 122,530 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2008 120,515 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 120,515 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 120,511 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 103,991 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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M522 GPG is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 M522 GPG, 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 M522 GPG registered?

M522 GPG is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 November 1994.

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