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5 TXX

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,570 mi
Last recorded68,570 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 TXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 68,570 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 67,410 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 67,410 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 66,753 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 66,197 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,662 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 63,016 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 62,318 miles

n\s front washer jet is blocked

o\s front wiper blade is split.

Fail 11 Apr 2011 62,318 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n\s front washer jet is blocked

o\s front wiper blade is split.

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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5 TXX is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 5 TXX, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5 TXX?

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What year was 5 TXX registered?

5 TXX is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is 5 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 TXX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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