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A505 FRB

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,636 mi
Last recorded126,636 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA505 FRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 126,636 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 126,620 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 126,611 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 126,450 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 13 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 126,400 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 126,346 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 121,096 miles

rear brake pads well worn

rear brakes binding

Pass 31 Aug 2012 125,975 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 26 Aug 2011 123,945 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 121,976 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 121,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 120,779 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 119,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2007 117,746 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 116,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 115,662 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A505 FRB is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 93,665 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 A505 FRB, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A505 FRB registered?

A505 FRB is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 August 1986.

Is A505 FRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A505 FRB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A505 FRB have outstanding finance?

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