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BH 2155

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,533 mi
Last recorded63,533 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBH 2155
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 63,533 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 63,532 miles

offside front inner wheel arch holed and corroded

Fail 21 Feb 2017 63,532 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside front inner wheel arch holed and corroded

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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BH 2155 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BH 2155, 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 BH 2155 registered?

BH 2155 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is BH 2155 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BH 2155 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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