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SLZ 5597

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

78,802 mi
Last recorded78,802 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 5597
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 78,802 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 78,347 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 77,543 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 77,485 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 76,530 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 76,530 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 75,055 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 75,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2021 74,802 miles

Offside Rear handbrake low

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 74,750 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 74,325 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 May 2018 73,925 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 73,610 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 73,318 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 72,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 72,375 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 71,670 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 71,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 71,434 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 70,554 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 69,704 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 67,918 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 64,835 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 64,309 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 63,524 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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SLZ 5597 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 SLZ 5597, 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 SLZ 5597 registered?

SLZ 5597 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 1994.

Is SLZ 5597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 5597 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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