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RUB 1

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,785 mi
Last recorded41,785 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUB 1
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 41,785 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 41,772 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 41,772 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 41,762 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 41,738 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 41,694 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 41,568 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 41,458 miles

Both rear tyres heavily cracked on sidewall

Pass 14 Mar 2016 41,368 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 41,368 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 41,206 miles

rear tyres cracked/perished on sidewall

Pass 3 Mar 2014 41,148 miles

age related cracks to sidewalls of rear tyres

Fail 3 Mar 2014 41,148 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

age related cracks to sidewalls of rear tyres

Pass 20 Mar 2013 40,576 miles

age related cracks to sidewalls on rear tyres

Pass 15 Mar 2012 40,175 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,791 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 39,491 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 38,978 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 38,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 37,853 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 36,567 miles

Offside Front 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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RUB 1 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc 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 RUB 1, 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

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What year was RUB 1 registered?

RUB 1 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 February 1994.

Is RUB 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUB 1 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.

Does RUB 1 have outstanding finance?

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