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B420 CHG

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,188 mi
Last recorded76,188 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB420 CHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 76,188 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 75,768 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 75,515 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 75,330 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 74,612 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 74,612 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 73,783 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,986 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 72,718 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 71,036 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 70,017 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 68,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 66,099 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 65,460 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 64,549 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 64,514 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 63,387 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 58,987 miles

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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B420 CHG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B420 CHG, 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.

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What year was B420 CHG registered?

B420 CHG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B420 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B420 CHG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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