£2,759 • £2,000 - £3,000
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL320 Automatic. Registration number: M46 EHP. Mileage: 137,072
United Kingdom • 17 Dec 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL320 is offered as a 'spares or repairs' project car after recently failing its MOT. While it boasts a metallic blue finish, cream leather, and a host of features, potential buyers should be aware of the MOT failures and the 'sold as seen' condition before bidding.
Condition
2
The car is listed as 'spares or repairs' due to recently failing its MOT. This suggests significant mechanical or safety issues. The listing explicitly states that it is sold as seen and without any warranty, implying potential extensive cosmetic damage or mechanical issues that compromise safety and functionality.
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Automatic
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
137,072 miles
M46 EHP
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Finished in metallic blue with cream leather upholstery.
Removeable hardtop roof with stand.
Alloy wheels, electric heated front seat, electric folding convertible roof, remote central locking with 2 x keys and a alarm and immobiliser system fitted.
Large history folder of previous maintenance receipts including owners book pack manuals.
Selling as spares or repairs due recently failing the MOT on the 7th of November.
(See MOT failures online).
The current vendor has enjoyed owning this SL for the past 19 years.
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£1,550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,950
Median Price (Since 2020)
£37,520
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Dec 29 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
137,079 miles
Registration Date
1994-09-02
MOT History
Passed
On Dec 30 2025 with 137,079 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
- Central Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- exhaust system corroded
- Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Dec 24 2025 with 137,079 miles
There were 7 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Advisory:
- Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
- Central Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- exhaust system corroded
- Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Nov 07 2025 with 137,040 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Major:
- Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Minor:
- Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box join (6.1.2 (a))
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear boot floor corroded
- Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount worn (5.3.2 (c))
- Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mount worn (5.3.2 (c))
Failed
On Oct 23 2025 with 136,976 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Major:
- Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front shock upper mounts worn (5.3.2 (c))
- Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Rear boot floor corroded
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases under skin of the back box (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Nov 22 2024 with 136,413 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Nov 22 2024 with 136,400 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Dec 12 2023 with 134,994 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Nov 02 2022 with 131,973 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Oct 14 2021 with 129,061 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Nov 04 2020 with 127,483 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- engine undertray covered in oil from a leak - recommend further investigation / repair
Failed
On Nov 04 2020 with 127,482 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
Advisory:
- engine undertray covered in oil from a leak - recommend further investigation / repair
Passed
On May 10 2019 with 123,610 miles
Passed
On May 31 2018 with 120,960 miles
Passed
On Jun 08 2017 with 117,855 miles
Passed
On Jun 03 2016 with 114,663 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- center exhaust box slight deteriorated
Failed
On Jun 03 2016 with 114,663 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- center exhaust box slight deteriorated
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Passed
On Jun 10 2015 with 111,321 miles
Passed
On Jun 11 2014 with 103,831 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- slight oil leak from engine
Passed
On Jun 10 2013 with 96,246 miles
Failed
On Jun 03 2013 with 96,246 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
User Entered:
- rear exhaust box slight deteriorated
Passed
On Apr 11 2012 with 89,090 miles
Failed
On Apr 11 2012 with 89,090 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- Wheel alighnment/tracking needs to checked & adjusted!!
Passed
On Apr 06 2011 with 80,736 miles
Failed
On Apr 06 2011 with 80,736 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed
On Mar 29 2010 with 75,847 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Failed
On Mar 18 2009 with 70,033 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Passed
On Mar 18 2009 with 70,033 miles
Failed
On Apr 01 2008 with 67,120 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)
Passed
On Apr 01 2008 with 67,120 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed
On Mar 22 2007 with 63,078 miles
Passed
On Feb 27 2006 with 58,815 miles
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