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M52 TMF

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,767 mi
Last recorded34,767 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM52 TMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 34,767 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2025 34,697 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 34,633 miles

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

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 34,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 34,048 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 33,176 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 32,086 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2019 32,086 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2018 31,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

light scratches on front windscreen

minor engine oil leaks

Fail 25 May 2018 31,095 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut mounting modified but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

light scratches on front windscreen

minor engine oil leaks

Pass 20 May 2017 29,929 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 29,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has cracks to side wall,due to old age+nail in tyre face (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre has cuts+cracks to side wall

Offside Rear tyre has cracks to side wall,due to old age

Pass 27 May 2015 28,580 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 27,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2014 27,912 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 26,860 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 26,039 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 25,217 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 24,386 miles

advised slight leak from steering rack damper

Pass 23 Aug 2008 23,503 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 22,301 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 21,706 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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M52 TMF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 M52 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M52 TMF registered?

M52 TMF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 September 1994.

Is M52 TMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M52 TMF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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