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C554 CTR

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,245 mi
Last recorded13,245 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC554 CTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2026 13,245 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2025 13,109 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 12,885 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 12,486 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 12,191 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 12,191 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 12,050 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 11,987 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 11,772 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 11,630 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 11,630 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative ALL LAMPS (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 11,582 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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C554 CTR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 5,000cc 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 C554 CTR, 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 C554 CTR?

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What year was C554 CTR registered?

C554 CTR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C554 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C554 CTR 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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