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C217 XFX

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

46,036 mi
Last recorded46,036 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC217 XFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 46,036 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 46,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 45,491 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 43,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front abs sensor wiring in poor condition

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 43,132 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 42,334 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 40,728 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 40,560 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 40,320 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 40,219 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,094 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 39,571 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 39,015 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,811 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 38,640 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 38,595 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 38,478 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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C217 XFX is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C217 XFX, 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 C217 XFX registered?

C217 XFX is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 September 1985.

Is C217 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C217 XFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C217 XFX have outstanding finance?

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