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C370 RRC

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,551 mi
Last recorded73,551 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC370 RRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 73,551 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 73,473 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 73,377 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 73,217 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 73,217 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-Roll bar bush split N/S/F.

Offside Front Anti-Roll bar bush split.

Pass 7 Dec 2020 73,121 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 73,086 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 72,902 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 72,577 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 71,537 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 71,534 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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C370 RRC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 C370 RRC, 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 C370 RRC?

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What year was C370 RRC registered?

C370 RRC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C370 RRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C370 RRC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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