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B792 XOT

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,373 mi
Last recorded99,373 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB792 XOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2025 99,373 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 99,372 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 99,354 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold joint to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 99,335 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 99,326 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 99,313 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 99,269 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 99,048 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 98,985 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 98,869 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 98,556 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 97,892 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2013 97,290 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 13 May 2011 97,249 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 96,962 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 96,317 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 95,922 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 93,860 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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B792 XOT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B792 XOT, 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

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What year was B792 XOT registered?

B792 XOT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 1985.

Is B792 XOT safe to buy?

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