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C157 PPG

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,999 mi
Last recorded38,999 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC157 PPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 38,999 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 38,298 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 38,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 37,508 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 37,184 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 37,184 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 36,913 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 36,401 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 35,870 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 35,351 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 35,061 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 31,684 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 30,725 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,279 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 30,042 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 29,804 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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C157 PPG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C157 PPG, 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 C157 PPG registered?

C157 PPG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C157 PPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C157 PPG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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