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SJI 8144

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,878 mi
Last recorded85,878 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJI 8144
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 85,878 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 85,875 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 10 May 2017 84,716 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 82,843 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Mar 2015 80,511 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2013 78,397 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 76,492 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 73,397 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 70,997 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 64,247 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 58,084 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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SJI 8144 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SJI 8144, 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 SJI 8144?

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What year was SJI 8144 registered?

SJI 8144 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 June 1994.

Is SJI 8144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJI 8144 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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