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C444 DFC

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,890 mi
Last recorded25,890 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC444 DFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 25,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 25,671 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,780 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise tyre inner shoulder wear stepping / tyre size 205 / 70 x 14 vr Michelin XDX (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise tyre perishing / cracking NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise tyre cracking perishing / NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 23,349 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 21,854 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 21,457 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 20,891 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 19,036 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 18,721 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,587 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 18,427 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 18,427 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 17,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 17,483 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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C444 DFC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C444 DFC, 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 C444 DFC registered?

C444 DFC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C444 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C444 DFC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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