1994 Mercedes-Benz SL 2.8L Petrol · M285 ATW
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (2.8L, petrol). First registered 26 Aug 1994. Recorded mileage 103,386 miles. MOT valid until 02 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,386 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M285 ATW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2026
- 103,386 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M285 ATW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Mercedes-Benz Sl (M285 ATW) between January 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
M285 ATW Mileage History
- 30/01/202398,716 mi
- 29/01/2024100,278 mi+1,562 mi
- 25/01/2025101,110 mi+832 mi
- 04/05/2026103,386 mi+2,276 mi
Average of roughly 1,433 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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