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C203 EHV

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,404 mi
Last recorded82,404 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC203 EHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 82,404 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 82,010 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 81,363 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 80,799 miles

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Differential appears to be be leaking

Pass 1 Aug 2014 80,614 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 79,423 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 78,298 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 77,891 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 77,890 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 76,566 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 76,547 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2008

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 74,077 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 74,077 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 72,383 miles

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

N/S wiper blade split on end

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

Pass 27 Aug 2005 69,586 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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C203 EHV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 C203 EHV, 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 C203 EHV registered?

C203 EHV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 June 1986.

Is C203 EHV safe to buy?

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