CarVerify

Free Car Check

M549 RCY

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,358 mi
Last recorded73,358 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM549 RCY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 73,358 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 72,940 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 72,931 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2016 72,631 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 72,533 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 71,758 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust corroding

Exhaust rubbers deteriorated

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

NSR and OSR brake back plates corroding

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 71,492 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rubber suport broken exhaust .rusting on exhaust

slight deteration bruber bushs rear

Pass 19 Jul 2012 71,492 miles

rubber suport broken exhaust .rusting on exhaust

slight deteration bruber bushs rear

Pass 8 Oct 2010 70,440 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 68,656 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 68,579 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 67,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 63,418 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 60,830 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M549 RCY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M549 RCY, 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

How do I check the history of M549 RCY?

You can check the full history of M549 RCY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M549 RCY registered?

M549 RCY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 August 1994.

Is M549 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M549 RCY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M549 RCY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M549 RCY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.