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C563 LTW

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,277 mi
Last recorded131,277 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC563 LTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 131,277 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2017 124,584 miles

Front brakes slightly imbalanced

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2016 124,307 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 123,951 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 123,131 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 122,871 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 122,519 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 121,377 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 120,736 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 119,530 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 119,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre wall poor condition

Pass 30 Aug 2007 119,040 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 116,844 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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C563 LTW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C563 LTW, 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 C563 LTW?

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What year was C563 LTW registered?

C563 LTW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C563 LTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C563 LTW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C563 LTW have outstanding finance?

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