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M542 SAB

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,191 mi
Last recorded128,191 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM542 SAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 128,191 miles

exhaust rusted/light corrosion

minor oil weep

n/s o/s outer sills plastic trim fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2016 128,191 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure d bush hse insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken lower coil (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing holed/corroded (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken lower coil (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust rusted/light corrosion

minor oil weep

n/s o/s outer sills plastic trim fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2015 127,857 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 127,361 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 126,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 126,687 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 126,029 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 125,704 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 120,870 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 117,779 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 114,221 miles

metal brake pipes cover in grease

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 30 Oct 2006 110,046 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2005 107,098 miles

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

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

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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M542 SAB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M542 SAB, 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 M542 SAB registered?

M542 SAB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 1994.

Is M542 SAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M542 SAB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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