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C26 HBA

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,510 mi
Last recorded163,510 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 HBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2009 163,510 miles

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

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

slight play in o/s idler arm

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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C26 HBA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C26 HBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C26 HBA registered?

C26 HBA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C26 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 HBA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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