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B22 RSA

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,157 mi
Last recorded144,157 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB22 RSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 144,157 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 143,944 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 143,264 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 140,486 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 140,480 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 140,321 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 140,243 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 140,080 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 139,811 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 139,178 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 138,862 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 136,949 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 135,454 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 133,797 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 133,792 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

50% of offside screen washer jet not working

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 21 Dec 2012 132,866 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 132,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 131,185 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

inner vehicle sill have been undersealed

Pass 21 Dec 2010 128,385 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 142,952 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 120,635 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 118,410 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 111,417 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2006 111,417 miles

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

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

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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B22 RSA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B22 RSA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B22 RSA?

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What year was B22 RSA registered?

B22 RSA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is B22 RSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B22 RSA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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