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NSL 5Y

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,503 mi
Last recorded56,503 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 5Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 56,503 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 56,341 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 55,607 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 54,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 53,956 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 53,067 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 51,465 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 51,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre close to limits

Pass 23 Oct 2007 49,694 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 47,243 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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NSL 5Y is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NSL 5Y, 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 NSL 5Y?

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What year was NSL 5Y registered?

NSL 5Y is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 January 1994.

Is NSL 5Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 5Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSL 5Y have outstanding finance?

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