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C715 XLO

1986 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

178,448 mi
Last recorded178,448 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl93,665 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC715 XLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 178,448 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 178,448 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 171,875 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 171,868 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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C715 XLO is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C715 XLO, 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

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What year was C715 XLO registered?

C715 XLO is a 1986 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C715 XLO safe to buy?

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