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C466 DMT

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,102 mi
Last recorded117,102 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC466 DMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 117,102 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 117,086 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 117,061 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 116,748 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 116,748 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 116,476 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 116,203 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 115,632 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 115,483 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 115,261 miles

front number plate cracked

oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2014 111,940 miles

slght oil misting around engine andrear diff

slight corroded near side brake pipe

slight suface corrosion near and off side front chassis

Pass 1 Aug 2013 110,529 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

slight oil misting around engine/rear diff

slight suface corrosion nearside and offside front chassis

Pass 17 Jul 2012 108,671 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 107,278 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 107,278 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 106,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 104,399 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 104,399 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 101,644 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 99,467 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 99,422 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 99,422 miles

Offside 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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C466 DMT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C466 DMT, 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

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What year was C466 DMT registered?

C466 DMT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C466 DMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C466 DMT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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