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M8 VVS

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,358 mi
Last recorded137,358 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 VVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2026 137,358 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 136,894 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 136,894 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 136,770 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 136,551 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 135,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 134,425 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 134,420 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 133,764 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 132,291 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 128,595 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 128,587 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 128,581 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 128,541 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 127,273 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 127,273 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 125,777 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 119,001 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 110,758 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 101,305 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 101,305 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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M8 VVS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M8 VVS, 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 M8 VVS registered?

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

Is M8 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 VVS shows 21 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.

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