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C46 YNB

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

67,275 mi
Last recorded67,275 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

RegistrationC46 YNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 67,275 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 67,260 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 67,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at ABS unit (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 66,756 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 64,858 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 84,290 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 83,610 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 63,578 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Silver letters on black background (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Silver letters on black background (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 62,521 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 60,693 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 60,689 miles

Central Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 60,675 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 60,681 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 60,610 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 60,610 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 60,581 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 60,581 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 60,551 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 60,551 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 60,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 60,498 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 60,350 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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C46 YNB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 C46 YNB, 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 C46 YNB registered?

C46 YNB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 1985.

Is C46 YNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C46 YNB shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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