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C2 HMJ

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,834 mi
Last recorded120,834 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 HMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 120,834 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 120,660 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 120,633 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 120,621 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 120,611 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 120,598 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 120,554 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 120,553 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 120,526 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 120,266 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 118,322 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 114,545 miles

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

offside headlight aim low

offside rear seatbelt buckle fit

offside rear tyre wear

rear exhaust blowing

Pass 11 Mar 2011 114,363 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 114,081 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 112,733 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 112,733 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 108,098 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 108,077 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 96,158 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 95,997 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

automatic transmission fluid leak was indicated at the bottom section of the radiator attention is required

Pass 24 Apr 2006 86,919 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 86,919 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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C2 HMJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C2 HMJ, 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 C2 HMJ registered?

C2 HMJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1986.

Is C2 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 HMJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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