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C540 FHB

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,870 mi
Last recorded52,870 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC540 FHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 52,870 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 52,870 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,308 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 49,836 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 49,836 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 50,107 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 49,336 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 49,336 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 46,443 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 46,443 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

battery insecure

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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C540 FHB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C540 FHB, 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 C540 FHB registered?

C540 FHB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C540 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C540 FHB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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