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C51 EYE

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,288 mi
Last recorded32,288 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC51 EYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 32,288 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,184 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls perished

Pass 4 Jun 2013 32,139 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 32,043 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 31,979 miles

advise exhaust tail box

Pass 27 May 2010 31,749 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2010 31,749 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 31,607 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 31,510 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,925 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 30,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 30,764 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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C51 EYE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 C51 EYE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C51 EYE?

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What year was C51 EYE registered?

C51 EYE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C51 EYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C51 EYE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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