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C123 DYM

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

65,411 mi
Last recorded65,411 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC123 DYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 65,411 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 62,359 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 62,333 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 60,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2016 60,162 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low dip (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 56,148 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 55,443 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 55,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 54,763 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 54,754 miles

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r/brake slightly slow to operate

Pass 13 Jul 2010 53,325 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 53,325 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 52,171 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 49,229 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 49,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2006 48,438 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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C123 DYM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 C123 DYM, 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 C123 DYM registered?

C123 DYM is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 April 1986.

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