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M8 ARB

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,811 mi
Last recorded50,811 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 ARB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 50,811 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 50,737 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,601 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 50,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 50,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 49,804 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 49,635 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 49,345 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,932 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,739 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 48,482 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 48,265 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 48,022 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 48,022 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 47,804 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 46,629 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 44,929 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 42,596 miles

front registration plate cracked

offside front & both rear brake hose ferrules rusty

Pass 4 Oct 2006 37,565 miles

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

o/s/f & both rear brake hose ferrules rusty

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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M8 ARB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M8 ARB, 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 M8 ARB?

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What year was M8 ARB registered?

M8 ARB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M8 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 ARB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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