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C212 VRU

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

150,086 mi
Last recorded150,086 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 VRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 150,086 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 149,970 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 149,865 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 149,547 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 149,189 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 149,018 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 148,431 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 147,882 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 147,470 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 146,820 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 146,113 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 144,792 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 144,438 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 144,013 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 143,466 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 142,654 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 140,132 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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C212 VRU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 C212 VRU, 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

How do I check the history of C212 VRU?

You can check the full history of C212 VRU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C212 VRU registered?

C212 VRU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C212 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C212 VRU shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C212 VRU have outstanding finance?

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